The art of diplomacy is to take an opportunity and turn it into something.

For most of mankind, the average person knew what was happening in his own village and the next one, and nothing beyond that, and he didn't care, so that leaders were able to guide their countries almost irrespective of what people really thought because they weren't involved in it. Now, everybody knows what's happening instantaneously.

If you look back at the first Gulf war, the Arabs sent forces, they sent money. So their interests in Iraq are clear, but they're nowhere to be seen now. Why? Because right now, it's dangerous to be seen as supporting the United States.

First of all, I think the Saudis are deeply concerned about the collapse of negotiations between the Israelis and the Palestinians and the resumption of conflict.

Simply killing everyone who is already a terrorist today won't solve the problem.

The Europeans must finally understand the incredible shock triggered by the attacks of September 11.

I don't think the Chinese look out at the world and want to overturn the system.