London:
The newly appointed head of UK's defence forces, General Sir David Richards, had made some startling confessions on the NATO's war in Afghanistan that might make the forces in the militancy-hit country rethink their strategies or at least evoke some strong reactions.
Talking to 'The Sunday Telegraph', General Richards said, "NATO should have a clear idea if they want a clear cut victory against the militant groups in Afghanistan." He argues that it is not needed and may never be possible to defeat groups like Al-Qaida though they can be contained. He goes on to say that such militant groups would pose a big threat to the UK for at least 30 years.
Before taking over as the Chief of the Defence Staff last month, Gen Richards was the head of the British Army.