"Israeli officials could not be reached for comment because of the onset of the Jewish Sabbath, but Israel's former ambassador to Egypt reflected Israeli concerns about Mubarak's departure in comments to Israel TV quoted by the Associated Press. "We have a tough period ahead of us," Zvi Mazel was reported to have said. "Iran and Turkey will consolidate positions against us. Forget about the former Egypt. Now it's a completely new reality, and it won't be easy."" (thanks Khelil)