Afghan, coalition forces target Taliban leader in Kandahar

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

02.28.2011

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan – Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Taliban leader detaining six suspected insurgents during an operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, yesterday.

The Taliban leader operates in the district where he leads attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He is responsible for coordinating Taliban operations and facilitates weapons and supplies to Taliban sub-leaders and fighters. He is associated with Taliban leaders in the province to include the Taliban Zharay district leader who was detained by Afghan and coalition forces Feb. 26. According to recent intelligence reporting he has direct knowledge of insurgents returning from Pakistan to conduct improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound in the district, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Six suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene for involvement in insurgent activity.

• Date Taken: 02.28.2011
• Date Posted: 02.28.2011 23:40
• Story ID: 66262
• Location: KABUL, AF