26 Quotes by Daniel Fried

Some governments are enthusiastic. Some are reserved. I suspect some governments are wary,

My chief point is that these interests are indivisible. We cannot and will not have a one-dimensional relationship with any of these countries based, for example, purely on security interests, ... It doesn't work.

will consult with our European friends and evaluate whether what we are doing is sufficient. I can't answer your questions about decisions that haven't been made, but this is something we are actively reviewing.

We do want to cooperate, but it has to be across the board, not just on counterterrorism and security but also to support democratic and market reforms, ... very disappointing.

We do want to cooperate, but it has to be across the board, not just on counter-terrorism and security but also to support democratic and market reforms,

We have supported Russia's proposal to Iran with respect to nuclear fuel enrichment on Russian territory and it's a pity that Iran has not accepted this.

The president has always been clear - he has said explicitly the military option is not off the table but we are engaged in a diplomatic effort.

We, the Americans, want to work with Europe and with reformers and those in the broader Middle East who want to work with us to resolve this issue in ways that respect everyone's values.

is not a price for the right to have a base, it is a payment for material services provided by the Uzbek side.