We are making progress militarily, there is no doubt about that. You've seen the reports from Misrata, although reports of the Gaddafi forces completely pulling out of Misrata seem to be exaggerated.

How long do Syrian families have to live in fear that their children will be killed or tortured, before the Security Council will act? How many people need to die before the consciences of world capitals are stirred?

Well, if you're looking for me to lead a normal representative life, well good luck finding a foreign secretary who'd be like that - totally dependant on the political system and has never earned any money. Then you'll get the politicians you deserve.

People feel that in too many ways the EU is something that is done to them, not something over which they have a say.

You can see over time whether people are prepared to differ or not.

It's necessary for Israelis and Palestinians to make the compromises that are required to get the direct talks back on track.

Egypt is a sovereign nation.