International law now grants rights to all human beings, not only to citizens.

I don't see a situation where one side will win militarily, take over Syria, and there will be peace and quiet, a clean victory.

If the United Nations is not as united as it should be, that is because it is a reflection of the world we live in.

It is tragic that so few young people in Western democracies vote. They have forgotten that their ancestors fought for the right to choose and change their leaders. They don't realise that their votes are more important than their tweets or Facebook posts.

Let us all reaffirm our commitment to improving the well- being of families throughout the world.

Neutrality is a tough call for the weaker ones.

Insecurity is love dressed in a child's clothing.