Yep, the US doesn't like him and unlike Blair, didn't "forget the past" and cuddle up to him.
The west has been 'cuddling up to him' behind the scenes for years. Yet when it came to it dropped him (more understandable) and Mubarak like a ton of bricks.
Frankly we look like vultures. And that's why I find the inconsistent reaction repugnant. We are I fear fostering the belief that OUR culture is pervasive.
That said, safe wings to our lads out there tonight.