Hamid Karzai swaps Kabul fortress for Claridge's finery - Guardian

Living in the shadow of terror and the threat of assassination around the clock, Hamid Karzai could be forgiven for indulging in a bit of relaxing comfort whenever he gets the chance - Hamid Karzai swaps Kabul fortress for Claridge's finery - Hamid Karzai · Afghanistan
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