for example, we still have 800
forces in kosovo and also in
the western balkans, we are
very active in afghanistan and
we will see we will stay in
afghanistan as long as is
needed.
so if you need somebody in
place, then we can be counted
on.
[applause]
>> well, this was a question
from paris.
the next question comes from
london.
michael riskin.
he used to be the secretary of
state for defense and foreign
affairs of the united kingdom.
>> thank you very much, indeed.
chancellor you've said quite
correctly it will be a
diplomatic solution and not a
military solution that will
ultimately bring peace to the
ukraine.
i recall reading once,
frederick the great said
diplomacy without arms is like