Not really, kinda expected. Doesn't mean nothing now.............

Obama thanked Merkel for her friendship and praised her for her role in world politiics during his period in office.
Obama and Merkel have created a strong bond during the president’s eight years in office.
A statement from The White House said: "The President thanked Chancellor Merkel for her strong, courageous, and steady leadership."
http://www.express.co.uk/news/world/756603/Obama-phone-call-Merkel-White-House

Realist - Everybody in America is soft, and hates conflict. The cure for this, both in politics and social life, is the same -- hardihood. Give them raw truth.