People know they are lacking something, they are constantly wanting some kind of spiritual guidance.

A genuinely democratic Iraq might well act as a fresh spur.

The tragedy of 9/11 galvanised the American superpower into action, leaving us in Europe divided in its wake.

Some people find it difficult to argue with a woman Prime Minister and shrivel up.

We must admit that history is enjoyable to a large extent because it enables us to pass judgment on the past.

People know they are lacking something, they are constantly wanting some kind of spiritual guidance.

History provides no precise guidelines.