We have no eternal allies, and we have not perpetual enemies. Our interests are eternal and perpetual, and those interests it is our duty to follow. (Henry Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston)

We have no eternal allies, and we have not perpetual enemies. Our interests are eternal and perpetual, and those interests it is our duty to follow.

Henry Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston

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