The Egyptians have grown in confidence, theyve tasted freedom, and theres no way back.

Egypt is indeed deeply divided. Without reconciliation we have no future. The Muslim Brotherhood is an important part of our society. I very much hope that it will participate in the next round of talks. I will be the first to protest if the imperative of fairness isn't adhered to.

Its up to any government to decide how to react to the denial of basic human rights anywhere in the world, including Egypt.

If you bet on individuals, instead of the people, you are going to fail.

I think one country with nuclear weapons is one country too many.

My father taught me that you have to stand by your principles.

The time is right for a political solution and the way is negotiations.