When the President of Iran talks about removing Israel from the face of the Earth and is building nuclear bombs with a range of 3000km, you have to be worried.

I am focused on what needs to be done for the people of Israel. Period. I do not pity myself and I do not pat myself on the shoulder. I get up in the morning full of energy to fulfill my mission.

Israel always has to be in a position to defend itself against any adversary and against any threat of any kind.

There is nothing that I'd love to do more than negotiate with Palestinians. This is my desire. This is my dream. This is my mission.

A prime minister has to keep a certain balance when dealing with sensitive issues.

I love my country more than anything else.

Leadership is tested not by one's capacity to survive politically but by the ability to make tough decisions in trying times.