I wasn’t enthusiastic, but I was hoping."

The Bavarian-born politician also butted heads with former President Donald Trump over his infamous Muslim travel ban.

And I believe he has the possibility of going down in history as a very considerable president.

Henry Kissinger speaking

Trump, on the other hand, was far less discretionary with his praises for Kissinger.

“I’ve liked him, I’ve respected him.

He’s a man I have great, great respect for.

Henry Kissinger at mic;  Donald Trump speaking

Henry Kissinger and Donald Trump shake hands