Erik Solheim Peace Quotations

There is real enthusiasm for peace but possibly not real enthusiasm for the necessary compromises. I would not advise on the specifics of the compromises. It's a complex matter.

The parties are taking a small but very significant step towards putting the peace process back on a positive track. And we expect the negotiations to be tough.

We expect the Geneva talks to go ahead. We are at a crucial moment where the peace process can be moved forward. The time is right now.

As soon as the parties bring the peace process back on track (...) donors will be more than ready to support them.

It's completely insane, it is a major setback for the peace process,

In order to keep the violence from escalating further, it is urgent to get the two parties to sit down together to discuss how to ensure that the ceasefire agreement is observed and how the peace process can be advanced.

The high level of violence and the tragic loss of life are putting the cease-fire agreement at risk and will make it very difficult to secure further progress in the peace process.