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[Dishevelled Den]

I dont think that many people mistrust the ability or commitment of the forces to do the job. But many people seem to mistrust the armchair generals in Whitehall who make the big decisions.

I dont know why, generally they get it right and do what they can with what they are given by those above them 

Sh!t rolls downhill 

To a very large extent that's right.  This war has become as highly politicized as it has become militarily intractable.

Politcal eyes look toward an early resolution - hence the expanded dialogue with tribal elements supporting insurgent activity.

The same formula was used in an attempt to resolve the issue in Northern Ireland - with less than successful results.