Diplomacy

The United States will stand by those who have taken risks for peace.

Meetings -- when you're talking about countries making peace, obviously, at some point in that process leaders have to meet.

We will consider them our partners for peace in the Middle East.

I think we have seen from the Israelis is an effort now to see the totality of all the issues and how they might fit together.

My hand has been outstretched ever since, in all kinds of public and private ways.

I have kept the door open.

We are very much looking forward to having the chance to discuss the prospects of peace.

I don't think anyone in the United States should do anything to undermine the prospects of bringing this horrible war to a close.

I think the proximity talks are necessary to make a peace.

This is by far the best chance we have had because of the circumstances on the ground and because of the resolve of the international community.

I believe the proximity talks will be held, and I think they should be.

The United States and Russia have established an important partnership.

We reached complete agreement about how we would work together for peace there.

I encourage all Americans to acquaint themselves with the activities and accomplishments of the U.N.

I think we can fairly say that the example that he and his country have set really embodies the best of what the United Nations is trying to do throughout the world.

We here in the United States still treasure the opportunity that was given to us 50 years ago to be the host of the United Nations.

It's a great honor for me to have a chance to meet with my friend President Mandela again.

It has been a profound honor for the United States to host the U.N. for these last 50 years.