then i fear our two nations will go to war. and i fear where war will lead us. if your jupiter missiles in turkey were removed also, such an accommodation could be reached. you want war. this private assurance represents the word of the highest authority? and it can be relayed beyond comrade khruschev's ears to the top circles of my government tomorrow. then you must excuse me and permit me to relay the substance of our discussion to my superiors. we have heard stories that some among your military men wish for war. you are a good man. your brother is a good man. i assure you there are other good men. let us hope the will of good men is enough to counter the terrible strength of this thing which has been put in motion.