"We are all equal in rights, and we all have obligations to carry on for this country, " he said.

CNN: June 24, 2012 -- Updated 2308 GMT (0708 HKT)

We also reiterate our commitment to carry out all our obligations, and we call on the Israelis to carry out their obligations, including a freeze on settlements activities, which is not setting a precondition but a call to implement an agreed obligation and to end all the closure and blockade, preventing freedom of movement, including the (inaudible) siege.

WHITEHOUSE: Middle East Peace Talks

So it looks as though we can all expect to carry on getting these calls - and will have to choose to ignore them, or perhaps string them along for a while to waste their time.

BBC: A phone call for Mr Sellan

This is the work we will carry on together, for the security and prosperity and dignity of all people.

WHITEHOUSE: President Obama Speaks to the Australian Parliament