It's never easy dealing with terrorists, but it must be done through a mixture of political, economic and administrative means.

As a woman leader, I thought I brought a different kind of leadership. I was interested in women's issues, in bringing down the population growth rate... as a woman, I entered politics with an additional dimension - that of a mother.

Given the right to a free ballot, the people would support my return.

Democracy is necessary to peace and to undermining the forces of terrorism.

It's never easy dealing with terrorists, but it must be done through a mixture of political, economic and administrative means.

A people inspired by democracy, human rights and economic opportunity will turn their back decisively against extremism.

I still want to return home whenever I get a chance.