Top NATO commander says Afghanistan at tipping point

This is a big statement for him to make, but put it in the broader context of the challenges he faces, NATO's absolute struggle to meet troop needs and Richards' scheduled visit to see Musharraf in the next few days.

NATO's top commander in Afghanistan said Sunday the country was at a tipping point and warned Afghans would likely switch their allegiance to resurgent Taliban militants if there are no visible improvements in people's lives in the next six months.

The NATO leadership is desperately seeking support from anywhere (to not be forgotten) as the Taleban and Afghani resistance grow stiffer. This is a diplomatic "cry for help."
Take heed.