Obama: Afghan shooting tragedy does not reflect the US

US president Barack Obama expresses his condolences to Afghan president Hamid Karzai over the rampage by the American soldier which killed 16:

"I offer my condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, and to the people of Afghanistan, who have endured too much violence and suffering.

"This incident is tragic and shocking, and does not represent the exceptional character of our military and the respect that the United States has for the people of Afghanistan."