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Karzai is 'corrupt' but 'our guy': Kouchner

PARIS (AFP) - French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner hit out at the United States and Germany for failing to coordinate on NATO policy and branded Afghan President Hamid Karzai corrupt, in remarks reported Thursday. Full Article at The Nation

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  1. They are cornered by themselves and confused in themselves
    Bernard Kouchner – Bernard Kouchner SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1 month ago
  2. Obviously, we are waiting for the US announce the outcome. Let’s hope we can come together soon.
    Gordon Brown – Gordon Brown SOURCE: The Telegraph 1 month ago
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    Bernard Kouchner – Bernard Kouchner SOURCE: Expatica 1 month ago
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