ISAF Joint Command morning operational update

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

04.20.2011

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ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan – A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation in Sayyidabad District, Wardak province, April 19.

The leader is responsible for placing roadside bombs along Highway 1 targeting coalition force convoys, and coordinating operations with senior Taliban leadership in the area.

Multiple intelligence reports led the combined security force to the Taliban leader’s suspected compound in the district. After isolating the area, the security force had all occupants exit the compound.

While searching the compound, the force identified several individuals with suspected ties to the Taliban network. They were detained for further questioning. Weapons, ammunition and a chest rack were also found on the scene. The security force ensured the safety of civilians throughout the search.

In other International Security Assistance Force news throughout Afghanistan:

South

A combined Afghan and coalition force captured a Taliban facilitator and one of his associates during a security operation in Shah Joy District, Zabul province, April 19. The facilitator was responsible for planning attacks specifically targeting coalition forces along Highway 1.

The combined security force targeted the facilitator at a location in Shah Joy. After locating a compound in the district, the security force isolated the area and called for occupants to exit the buildings. The Afghan members of the force were careful to ensure the safety of the women and children before continuing their search. While searching the area, the force identified and detained the facilitator and one suspected insurgent for further questioning. The security force also found ammonium nitrate, propane tanks and homemade-bomb making materials. There were no shots fired during the operation.

East

A combined Afghan and coalition force captured a Haqqani Network facilitator, along with one suspected insurgent, during a security operation in Sabari District, Khost province, April 19. The facilitator transported weapons and explosives in preparation for operations and was directly involved in homemade bomb attacks against Afghan National Army and coalition forces.

Based on multiple reports of insurgent activity in the area, the combined security force searched for the facilitator at a compound in the district. The force isolated the compound and called for all occupants to exit, ensuring the safety of the women and children. The security force searched the area and conducted interviews with residents. The facilitator was identified and detained based on the interviews. One individual with suspected ties to the insurgent network was also detained for further questioning. There were no shots fired during the operation.

Also in Sabari, a separate Afghan and coalition force captured a Haqqani facilitator during a security operation, yesterday. The facilitator transported weapons and explosives in preparation for attacks. He was directly involved in homemade bomb attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

The combined security force was led to the area based on multiple intelligence reports of suspected insurgent activity in the area. After isolating and securing the area, the force interviewed residents on the whereabouts of the facilitator. As of result of the interviews, the security force identified and detained the facilitator. Another individual, with suspected ties to Haqqani insurgency, was also detained for further questioning. No shots were fired during the operation.

In Paktiya province, a combined Afghan and coalition force captured a Haqqani Network leader during a security operation in Dzadran District, Paktiya province April 19. The leader was responsible for planning and executing large-scale attacks targeting Afghan National Army and coalition forces. He was directly involved in the transport of homemade bomb materials for his group operating in the province.

The security force searched for the leader at a compound in the district based on intelligence tips. The force commenced their search by calling on all occupants to exit the buildings. After the safety of the women and children was secured, the force continued their search and conducted interviews with residents. The leader was identified and detained at the compound based on the interviews. One suspected insurgent was also detained for further questioning. The entire search was conducted with no shots fired.

• Date Taken: 04.20.2011
• Date Posted: 04.20.2011 16:41
• Story ID: 69060
• Location: KABUL, AF