[man of Yosemite]

It is interesting that Jesus was destined for the cross by the Father, whose will it was that he submit to the penalty which was ordained by God for our redemption. He laid down his life willingly for us. Yet, in the same act we see the wickedness of man crucifying the King of Israel, rejecting the reign of God, rejecting his kingdom. Jesus asks God to forgive their sin, the sin of killing the Messiah. So, you have two kingdoms opposing each other in one moment of time, perfect righteousness and sin climaxing in battle at the cross. In the act of Christ, God is well pleased, but in the act of the leaders of Israel who put him on the cross, sin and confusion. In the same act, two wills, two kingdoms, one of righteousness and holiness, one of pride and rebellion meeting at one moment in time to the destruction of Satan's power and authority. What wisdom there is in the cross, what honor and glory for our Saviour.

1 Corinthians 2:7-8
But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, even the hidden wisdom, which God ordained before the world unto our glory: which none of the princes of this world knew; for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.

[Starwind]

but in the act of the leaders of Israel who put him on the cross

The battle was broader in scope and time than you indicate. We all put Him on the cross.

(though I don't belive you intended to ignore our culpability)