More than half opposed even an American role in a mixed invasion force.

They portrayed a much more limited American role in the world.

Any further American role in the raids has not been disclosed.

This may well complicate the American role in the region.

And there is no one to replace the American role.

But the episode raises many questions about the American military role here.

Officials said the two would work together, but the secretary of state's presence clearly brings the American role to a new level.

The full extent of the American role is considered highly secret.

The other thing that might help would be a more intrusive American role.

But they also make a public show of minimizing the American role.