Clinton, Gates seek to calm Karzai tensions (Reuters)

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Reuters - Two Cabinet officials defended Afghan President Hamid Karzai in comments broadcast on Sunday, saying the United States saw him as a "reliable partner" despite recent signs of strain in the relationship.

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