It at least gives hope that, after the chaos and corruption of the last decade, some limited change and political accountability might at last be possible.
The most important task is the resolution of the constitutional crisis and a return to the normal democratic process.
That country needs assistance in making the transition to responsible, accountable democracy after a generation of corrupt leadership.
It really was a trip that will be forever etched into my mind. I was utterly stupid and irresponsible to go. But I wouldn’t have missed it for the world.
The death toll that can be laid at his feet is far greater than that attributable to ISIS and Al Qaeda.
The seriousness of the uprising can be judged by the severity of the crackdown. Over a hundred people are dead, and the internet has been shut down.
The odds are stacking ever higher against the man who has dominated his country’s politics for years.
It will be a significant step forward in keeping this heinous organisation from inciting hatred on our streets.
The country’s Prime Minister, Speaker and President, all stressed how much they would welcome working with the UK to encourage investment.
The killing gives Turkey’s autocrat the opportunity to make common cause with the Saudi prince’s enemies.
We are not just helping them – we are empowering them to help themselves. That transforms individual lives and helps the region to stabilise.
The Middle East had been entering a period of relative calm, but Putin’s aggression in Europe puts it at risk.