The Prime Minister said he understands that people in shelters are cold and do not have enough food.

VOA: special.2011.03.19

On the other hand,he says, the world understands the threat posed by incumbent President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and that serves Israel's interests.

VOA: standard.2009.06.21

He has said he did not want mercy from the court and that he understands the implications of his confession.

VOA: standard.2009.07.23

Mr.Obama said once the decision is made he will make sure the American public fully understands the new war strategy and all it entails.

VOA: standard.2009.11.13

Mr.Obama said he understands the toll the recession took on state governments that found themselves with less tax revenue and a rising need for services.

VOA: standard.2010.02.22

In his first Washington address since assuming NATO leadership last month, Secretary-General Rasmussen said he understands America's desire to see its NATO allies commit more troops and resources to Afghanistan.

VOA: standard.2009.09.29

The opposition leader says Saakashvili understands perfectly well that he no longer has full control of the capital,and that the parliament, presidential office, ministries and mayor's office are not working.

VOA: standard.2009.05.05

Clifford May at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies says he hopes the Obama administration understands the importance of a regional approach, and of trying to encourage India and Pakistan to work together."

VOA: standard.2009.12.06

"The president understands that his most important job is to keep the American people safe, and that he is not going to make any decision or any judgment that imperils the safety of the American people,"

VOA: standard.2009.05.20

"He has some sort of health care bill close to having enough Democratic votes to sign on, and he also understands that he has to show that he can lead, that he can govern, that he can get something done."

VOA: standard.2010.03.16

"I am convinced, from my conversations with General Stanley McChrystal and I'm grateful to him for the time he gave me there and even on the telephone since he understands the necessity of conducting a smart counterinsurgency in a limited geographic area,".

VOA: standard.2009.10.26