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    Coalition forces repel attack, kill several insurgents

    KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

    10.26.2010

    Courtesy Story

    ISAF Joint Command

    KABUL, Afghanistan – International Security Assistance Forces repelled an insurgent attack while conducting a dismounted patrol in the Sangin district of Helmand province Monday.

    Initially coming under attack from small arms fire, coalition forces identified the firing position as a building and returned fire. After the insurgents fired rocket propelled grenades, coalition forces called for close air support. The insurgent position was engaged with precision weapons with all ordnance was observed impacting upon the intended target.

    Initial reports indicate more than five insurgents were killed with no civilian casualties.

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    Date Taken: 10.26.2010
    Date Posted: 10.26.2010 07:26
    Story ID: 58826
    Location: KABUL, AF

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