Bill Clinton actually said...

We're concerned about the course of the trial, and the President again urged release of Mr. Pope on humanitarian grounds as soon as possible...

I look forward to working with our partners in Africa and around the world to implement this innovative international agreement.

We think President Putin understands these concerns, and hope he acts on them as soon as possible.

I believe that our partnership with Asia is stronger today than a decade ago and that Asia's future is brighter.