The government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defends its policy saying the construction within existing settlements is necessary to accommodate natural growth.

VOA: standard.2009.09.07

"You should be proud that your country both defends the unborn and promotes stable family life by saying no to abortion and divorce."

VOA: standard.2010.04.18

Vandeberg also defends his research facility, saying that the animals in his primate research center receive better care than most people in the world.

VOA: standard.2010.02.16

He defends the decision. "It's relevant to creating that healthy lifestyle."

VOA: standard.2010.02.18

Cape Verde Prime Minister Jose Maria Pereira Neves says the Economic Community of West African States defends strict compliance with constitutional order and respect for the rule of law.

VOA: standard.2009.08.14

President Barack Obama strongly defends his treasury secretary.

VOA: standard.2009.03.24