The New York Times
Fri, December 03, 2010 -- 11:04 AM ET
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President Obama Lands in Afghanistan for Unannounced Visit
President Obama made an unannounced visit to Afghanistan on
Friday as he sought to smooth over a troubled relationship
with President Hamid Karzai and take stock of a nine-year-old
American-led war that he hopes to begin winding down next
summer.
Mr. Obama arrived in Kabul after a secret overnight flight
and planned to head to the presidential palace to meet with
Mr. Karzai, who has complained vocally about American
military tactics in recent weeks.
The president also planned to consult with his commanding
general and visit American troops heading into another
holiday season far from home.
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