NATO nearing 'decisive blow' in Afghan war: Gates - AFP

Telegraph.co.uk NATO nearing 'decisive blow' in Afghan war: Gates AFP KABUL — Defense Secretary Robert Gates, wrapping up a final visit to Afghanistan as Pentagon chief, said Tuesday that US-led forces are on the verge of securing a "decisive blow" against the Taliban. "I leave Afghanistan today with the belief that if ... Gates Says NATO Forces Ready for Decisive Blow in AfghanistanVoice of America Gates: US not ready yet for smaller Afghan counterterrorism missionWashington Post Gates: Forces on Track to Deliver Blow to TalibanABC News The Canadian Press -The Associated Press -Los Angeles Times all 918 news articles »