Afghan President Karzai warns successors to beware of US --- President Hamid Karzai has used his last speech in office to warn the new Afghan government to beware of the US. -- In his farewell speech, Mr Karzai said the war was not among Afghans but "for the objectives of foreigners". -- He said a friendly relationship with the United States was possible, but only if their words matched their actions. He strongly criticised Afghanistan's neighbour Pakistan, too, saying it wanted to control Afghan foreign policy. -- "If America and Pakistan really want it, peace will come to Afghanistan," Mr Karzai said. -- "War in Afghanistan is based on the aims of foreigners. The war in Afghanistan is to the benefit of foreigners. But Afghans on both sides are the sacrificial lambs and victims of this war." --- US ambassador to Afghanistan James Cunningham said he was saddened by what Mr Karzai had said. -- "His remarks, which were uncalled for, do a disservice to the American people and dishonour the huge sacrifices Americans have made here... that's the part that is ungracious and ungrateful. -- "However I am absolutely confident in reassuring Americans that Afghan themselves absolutely value and are grateful for the sacrifices and commitment of the United States to the future of this country." -- The outgoing president was presented with a traditional turban and robe that he immediately passed on to his two vice-presidents, then he left the room. - Read More, BBC, http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-29325906