Not all politicians are bonkers, but most of them are.

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.

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.

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?

I don't think a wise thing at this moment is for Israel to launch a military attack on Iran.

It was inevitable the Titanic was going to set sail, but that doesn't mean it was a good idea to be on it.

I think Britain would be alright, if only we had a different Government.