“Russia has every reason to dispose of its nuclear arsenal... to suit its interests and international legal obligations.”

“Russia has every reason to dispose of its nuclear arsenal... to suit its interests and international legal obligations.”

“Russia has every reason to dispose of its nuclear arsenal... to suit its interests and international legal obligations.”

“NATO has a special relationship with countries far away from Europe: Australia, Japan, South Korea. They have joint projects and programmes which are being implemented without these countries becoming members of NATO.”

“There's no room for petty grievances in politics.”

“Russia would prefer to rebuild trust rather than allow it to further corrode. That's why, in July 2007, President Putin, in the spirit of strategic openness, proposed a truly collective effort at missile defense for Europe.”

“Humanitarian issues must bring together all people who act in good faith trying to alleviate the suffering of people in dire need - especially women, children and the elderly.”

“If you say that your national law allows you to do something, it is fine as long as you do this inside your own territory. As long as you go international, you really have to be sure that there is an international law which you respect and which you follow.”