In his first major interview since Obama assumed the presidency, Karzai was asked by CNN host Fareed Zakaria on his show "GPS" to respond to charges made by Obama that the Afghan president has demonstrated a "bunker mentality."
"I was surprised to see that statement," Karzai said. "Perhaps it's because the administration has not yet put itself together. Perhaps they have not been given the information yet. And I hope as they settle down, and as they learn more, we will see better judgment."
I guess this was the respect from the rest of the world that Obama has described will be characteristic of his administration.
Karzai added that Obama has a tough act to follow, calling former President George W. Bush "a great person."