Washington - United States President George Bush acknowledged on Monday that he didn't think the war on terror could be won, but said it would make it less acceptable for groups to use terrorism as a tool.
Early on Monday, NBC-TV's Today programme was broadcasting an interview with Bush that included a discussion of his goals for a second administration.
Bush, who has said he expects the war on terror to be a long, drawn-out battle, was asked by interviewer Matt Lauer, "Can we win it?"
"I don't think you can win it," Bush replied, according to excerpts NBC provided in advance.
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