End Quote by Ivo Daalder
“Our fundamental goal in getting involved in Bosnia in the summer of 1995 was to end the war. Richard Holbrooke's fundamental goal was to negotiate a peace: a peace that was sustaining and self-sustaining over the long term.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: NATO Summit, 1995
States that the primary aim in Bosnia was to end conflict and achieve lasting, self‑sustaining peace.
In simple terms: Goal: end war, create lasting peace.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize sustainable peace agreements.
Themes
peace
conflict resolution
policy
Mood
serious
hopeful
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- negotiations
- international cooperation
- long‑term stability
Key Concepts
diplomacy
post‑war reconstruction
Questions to Reflect On
- What ensures peace endures?
- How can stakeholders stay committed?
A Different Perspective
Peace can be fragile without enforcement.
