I think a resumption of the Cold War would be a historic tragedy. If a conflict is avoidable, on a basis reflecting morality and security, one should try to avoid it.

We cannot give Russia veto over deployment of forces on NATO territory. But we have to understand their particular sensitivities, and, therefore, there should be a dialogue on these issues.

There cannot be a crisis next week. My schedule is already full.

Diplomacy: the art of restraining power.

It is not a matter of what is true that counts, but a matter of what is perceived to be true.

What we in America call terrorists are really groups of people that reject the international system

A leader who confines his role to his people's experience dooms himself to stagnation; a leader who outstrips his people's experience runs the risk of not being understood.