Unless both sides win, no agreement can be permanent.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
There is nothing more likely to start disagreement among people or countries than an agreement.
Free nations with different histories, economies and a vast amount of stubborn pride will never achieve complete agreement, even when they desire the same objectives.
When people are divided, the only solution is agreement.
Unconditional war can no longer lead to unconditional victory. It can no longer serve to settle disputes... can no longer be of concern to great powers alone.
A war can perhaps be won single-handedly. But peace - lasting peace - cannot be secured without the support of all.
An agreement cannot be the result of an imposition.
I think most conflicts do end with negotiated settlements; some don't, but most do.
It's time to recognize what compromise means: no side wins or loses all.
Nations keep agreements, keep their treaties so long as they continue to do them good.
Agreements are always the product of time and place.