It's 1980. A new figure, educated in the west and a military genius takes power in Palestine. He blocks Hamas and mounts a plan for Palestinian statehood. A smart Israeli intelligence officer tracks and challenges the newcomer. Bob Steck, a CIA operative becomes involved. He realizes that The State of Israel is in gravest danger. His wife, the Palestinian leader's former girlfriend becomes a pawn in the game. War breaks out. The conflict reaches its climax as Israel is faced with potential destruction and opts for the unthinkable. The story is set against the intrigue,mystery and timeless struggles of Old City Jerusalem.