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    Forces detain Taliban explosive device manufacturer, facilitator

    KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

    01.23.2011

    Courtesy Story

    ISAF Joint Command

    KABUL, Afghanistan – Afghan and coalition forces detained a Taliban improvised explosive device manufacturer and facilitator during a security operation in Wardak province yesterday.

    The now detained Taliban IED manufacturer and facilitator operated in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province. Reporting indicates he possesses in-depth knowledge on the production of explosive devices and teaches other Taliban insurgents how to construct them.

    Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in the district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit out of the buildings peacefully before conducting a search and securing the area. The Taliban insurgent was detained based on initial questioning at the scene.

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    Date Taken: 01.23.2011
    Date Posted: 01.23.2011 23:23
    Story ID: 64087
    Location: KABUL, AF

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