The most stupid mistake a counter-insurgency operation can make is alienating the population. If you alienate the population, you're finished.
Meles ZenawiIt's true we have our disagreements on border issues, we have disagreements on trade and related issues, but you don't go invading a country whenever you have a dispute on trade issues, ... We have more civilized mechanisms on resolving such problems.
Meles ZenawiSpending one hour with Isaias is far more worthwhile, rewarding and enlightening than reading ten books
Meles ZenawiAs we respond to the assault of our enemy and defend our country, we must never break international laws. Crime can not be solved by more crime.
Meles Zenawi