Zalmay Khalilzad: “There was no realistic or viable military solution to this complex conflict.”

human rights, women's rights, the rights of minorities and children, indeed, all citizens of Afghanistan, particularly, women, is of a highest importance to the United States

I believe his demise, given his role, given his charisma, given his star power, given his ability to raise money and keep various organizations together...this is a significant setback for the organization.

I think it is a major opportunity because al-Zarqawi was the leader of the terrorist organization that sought a sectarian war.

The people are tired of war. They want an end to the war.