"I am a Junker, and I will remain one."

"I have always found the word 'Europe' on the lips of those politicians who wanted something from other powers that they dared not demand in their own name."

"The secret of success in politics is to be able to tell what is coming next and to be ready to meet it."

"When a man says he approves of something in principle, it means he hasn't the slightest intention of carrying it out in practice."

"Do not expect that once taking advantage of Russia's weakness, you will receive dividends forever. Russian has always come for their money. And when they come - do not rely on an agreement signed by y…"