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KABUL, Afghanistan – Afghan and coalition security forces captured a Taliban leader active in the Sayyidabad District of Wardak province yesterday.
The targeted individual conducted kidnappings with another Taliban senior leader captured by Afghan and coalition forces Nov. 28.
Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in Gadar Kheyl in Sayyidabad District to search for the senior leader, who also conducts attacks against coalition forces. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before the joint security force cleared and secured the compound.
After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the senior leader.
A separate security force targeted a Taliban senior leader in charge of the Shinkay area of Gelan District during an operation in Ghazni province yesterday.
The targeted individual coordinates almost daily attacks against coalition forces operating in Gelan District.
Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound in Gelan to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces conducted a callout before the joint security force cleared and secured the compound.
After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained one suspected insurgent.
The assault forces did not fire their weapons and they ensured the safety of the women and children for the duration of the searches.
| Date Taken: | 12.03.2010 |
| Date Posted: | 12.03.2010 04:42 |
| Story ID: | 61261 |
| Location: | KABUL, AF |
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