Perhaps I should check the forum more often. I didn't realize my troop movements were causing concern. Ozy, I will withdraw the ground troops immediately. I was sending them out to explore as it looked like there was an area they could get to that was still under fog of war for me. I can understand why they might make you nervous though so I will return to avoid the appearance of conflict.
I also didn't realize there were two boats there... I must have inadvertently selected a stack when I gave the 20 turn move order.
Daz - My preference would be not to discuss trades openly in the forum.
If any of my neighbors has a diplomacy issue, please feel free to e-mail me directly. That way you can be assured that I will see your offer/concern immediately.
Again, my humble apologies to my neighbors. The Arabs are in exploration mode at the moment - please do not take offense at my movements.