Regional Response

Iran's Khomeini: U.S. cannot transform its image "by talking, speech and slogans."

Palestinian Authority: "A good start...a clear message to Israel that a just peace is built on the foundations of a Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital."

Hamas, radical Palestinian factions: "Obama's speech is an attempt to mislead people and create more illusions..."

And: Al Jazeera headlines: "Obama seeks new start with Muslims."