I worked with a group of people who argued day and night - professors, officials, the Minister of Finance - but there were decisions that I had to make.

Governments are based on power, companies are based on goodwill, which allows them to invest in the future.

Bringing an end to the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians may help the young Arab generation to realise their aspirations. Israel is more than willing to offer our experience in building a modern economy in spite of limited resources to the whole region.

Democracy wants to win by reason, not by arms or by any other material damage, because, look, I don't have to remind you that I am totally for peace. It is my greatest dream. It was and will remain so.

Germany and Israel should dream together for a Middle East in which all the countries are willing to exchange the dispute of the parents with peace for their children.

Can any church help us to win a war? If you can't help us win a war, then please don't press us.

You're as young as your dreams, not as old as your calendar