Pardon is not a political decision. It must not be subject to interference, pressure or negotiations.
But I take upon myself the duty to end the deadlock. I will pardon, but only once the parties sign the final agreement and the EU/US announce that an agreement has been reached.
The death of Colin Powell is a blow to world diplomacy.
A great mind who helped shape global direction into the 21st century, his work has been an example to generations of young minds seeking to make the world a safer place.
He will be missed. Rest In Peace.
Little girl Zhenia met State Emergency Service officers who rescued her&her mother on June 26 from the rubble following #Russia's missile attack on #Kyiv. Artur who saved the girl that day brought her gymnastic leotard he found. Zhenia in return gave him a symbolic gift she drew.