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"It has been painful to watch one group of refugees, selected in a highly unusual manner, receive preferential treatment over many others who have been waiting in refugee camps or dangerous conditions for years."— Public letter by Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe criticizing the government's decision.

We must stay here and solve our problems. So, when you run away you’re a coward and that’s a real cowardly act, and I expect every South African to stay here, and we work together, and we solve our problems.— Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa, regarding Afrikaners who have fled to the United States.

"What we really need is more consistency. U.S. companies need to be able to plan instead of scramble to reroute supply chains, which can be difficult to do quickly. And American families are quite spooked by the impact these and other tariffs are going to have on their pocketbook."— Miriam Sapiro, a nonresident fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and former acting USTR chief under then-President Barack Obama.

"I am saddened and ashamed that many of the refugees who are being denied entrance to the United States are brave people who worked alongside our military in Iraq and Afghanistan and now face danger at home because of their service to our country."— Reverend Sean Rowe, expressing his concerns about the preferential treatment of certain refugees over others.

I don’t want you building in India. India can take care of itself.— Donald Trump during his Middle East tour, referring to his conversation with Apple CEO Tim Cook.

What do you call a reality in which there is a military presence, checkpoints and supervised funnelling of aid? That’s right: occupation.— Alon Pinkas, former Israeli consul general to the US and political adviser to two former prime ministers, Shimon Peres and Ehud Barak.

"The ICC lawyer said once we get proclamation papers, we will discuss how he can take oath."— Sara Duterte, daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, regarding plans for her father's inauguration as mayor.

"It has been painful to watch one group of refugees, selected in a highly unusual manner, receive preferential treatment over many others who have been waiting in refugee camps or dangerous conditions for years."— Episcopal Bishop Sean Rowe spoke out in a statement regarding the government's decision to assist the South African refugees.

Travel is a powerful tool. Let's not use it to empower those who don't stand with us.— Nishant Pitti, co-founder of Ease MyTrip, commented on the impact of travel on the economies of countries that support Pakistan.

"This is a really fantastic, historic day."— Keir Starmer, British Prime Minister, describing the significance of the trade deal during a teleconference.

"Justice is served: Indian Army on striking terror camps in Pakistan, PoK under Operation Sindoor"— Indian Army on the Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror camps in Pakistan.

On May 18, let’s choose a leader who stands for reason, cares for the country and the safety of its citizens, and commands strong international support.— Daniel Obajtek, MEP from the Law and Justice (PiS) party, urging voters in Poland's presidential election.

"We will miss you greatly, dear old man. Thank you for everything you gave us and for your profound love for your people."— Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi about José Mujica.

The picture of the world's richest man killing the world's poorest children is not a pretty one.— Gates expressed this in an interview with the Financial Times regarding the impact of cuts to the US foreign aid budget.

"It would not be an exaggeration to say that the Syrian economy, which has lost 85% of its value, will likely need between 20 and 25 years to return to half of its pre-war level."— Anwar al-Qassem, an economic analyst at the Financial Times, commented on the challenges facing the Syrian economy post-war.

The legal principle is a 'privilege' that could be suspended to make it easier to detain and deport immigrants.— Stephen Miller, White House Deputy Chief of Staff, comments on Trump's considerations regarding the suspension of habeas corpus.

"It will be one of the most important announcements made in many years on a very important topic."— Donald Trump regarding his upcoming announcement during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

"The people of Gaza deserve a much better future."— Donald Trump speaks about the conditions in Gaza during his address.

"Evil cannot be appeased. It must be fought."— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy calling on allies to help resist Russia.

I’ll need a couple of hours to decide whether I should get lavender vanilla spa or geranium.— Gustavo, who lives in Madrid, describes his experiences during the blackout.

"Indian armed forces reiterate their commitment to non-escalation, provided it is respected by the Pakistani military."— The Ministry of Defence (MoD) stated during a press briefing on India's response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack.

"Hatred is foreign to me"— Margot Friedländer, Holocaust survivor who tirelessly fought against forgetting.

Trump needs to believe that Putin actually lies. And we should do our part. Sensibly approach this issue, to show that it’s not us that is slowing down the process.— Volodymyr Zelenskyy, speaking to a small group of journalists in his office at the presidential administration in Kyiv.

"The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death."— Donald Trump, in a post on his social media platform Truth Social, where he ordered a 100% tariff on foreign films.

"As you know from the real estate business: There are places that will never be for sale."— Mark Carney, in response to Trump's provocations about a possible takeover of Canada.

"I carry in my heart the suffering of the beloved Ukrainian people."— Pope Leo XIV speaks about the war in Ukraine during his first Sunday blessing.

I don't know.— President Trump, when asked if he thinks he needs to uphold the Constitution.

"He has put an end to a regime that we condemned and fought against and he is ready to make commitments. The first actions have led to results."— Emmanuel Macron during his meeting with Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa

"We will not allow forces to be sent south of Damascus or any threat to the Druze community."— In a joint statement, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz said.

It’s way better with Greg than with me because I didn’t want to work as hard as he works.— Warren Buffett discussing the transition of leadership to Greg Abel at Berkshire Hathaway.

The unexpected announcement by Trump that the Houthis are in fact capitulating would be a major victory and powerful affirmation of Trump’s instincts in wielding US power.— John Hannah, senior fellow at the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA) and former national security adviser to US Vice President Dick Cheney.