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2011-11-S-024 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 16, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Jaghatu district, Wardak province, yesterday. The leader coordinates attacks against coalition forces in Jaghatu district.	{"name":"4","text":"2011-11-S-024\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n\n \n\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 16, 2011)\nA combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Jaghatu district, Wardak province, yesterday. The leader coordinates attacks against coalition forces in Jaghatu district.","start_date":"2011-11-15","event_type":["detention"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Insurgents Captured, Killed in Kabul, Kandahar and Zabul Provinces ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-07-CA-110  For Immediate Release A separate Afghan-international security force killed several insurgents and detained a suspected insurgent while pursuing a Taliban weapons' facilitator in Kandahar province last night. The facilitator also assists with the movement of foreign fighters into the area and coordinates assassinations within Kandahar. As the security force approached a compound northeast of Makuan in Zharay district they were immediately engaged by a number of armed insurgents. The security force returned fire, killing several of the insurgents. After the initial engagement, the security force discovered an IED on a foot path leading to the targeted compound and subsequently identified multiple IEDs rigged throughout the buildings in the compound. As the force continued their search they found a home-made explosives factory and a complex bunker system containing rocket propelled grenades emptied of their explosives. Women and children were protected by the combined security force.	{"name":"Several killed and one detained in Kandahar","text":"Insurgents Captured, Killed in Kabul, Kandahar and Zabul Provinces\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-07-CA-110  For Immediate Release\n\n A separate Afghan-international security force killed several insurgents and detained a suspected insurgent while pursuing a Taliban weapons' facilitator in Kandahar province last night. The facilitator also assists with the movement of foreign fighters into the area and coordinates assassinations within Kandahar. As the security force approached a compound northeast of Makuan in Zharay district they were immediately engaged by a number of armed insurgents. The security force returned fire, killing several of the insurgents. After the initial engagement, the security force discovered an IED on a foot path leading to the targeted compound and subsequently identified multiple IEDs rigged throughout the buildings in the compound. As the force continued their search they found a home-made explosives factory and a complex bunker system containing rocket propelled grenades emptied of their explosives. Women and children were protected by the combined security force.","start_date":"2010-07-17","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":1,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Mar. 13: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Western, Eastern, Southern Afghanistan NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-058  For Immediate Release  In Khost last night, a joint security force searched a compound outside of Mirzagol Kala, in the Khowst district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. During the search the joint force captured a Haqqani sub-commander responsible for buying improvised explosive device components and giving them to cell members, recruiting and training militants, and conducting attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Two other insurgents were also detained.   The security team recovered rifles, a blasting cap and a large amount of cash.	{"name":"3 detained in Khost","text":"Mar. 13: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Western, Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nNEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-058  For Immediate Release\n In Khost last night, a joint security force searched a compound outside of Mirzagol Kala, in the Khowst district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. During the search the joint force captured a Haqqani sub-commander responsible for buying improvised explosive device components and giving them to cell members, recruiting and training militants, and conducting attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Two other insurgents were also detained.   The security team recovered rifles, a blasting cap and a large amount of cash.","start_date":"2010-03-12","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-11-S-005 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader and IED expert in Kandahar province today. The detained leader was an attack specialist who coordinated the movement and storage of IEDs, weapons and associated supplies to support the Taliban throughout the province. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent as a result of the operation.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-11-S-005\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4, 2012) \nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader and IED expert in Kandahar province today. The detained leader was an attack specialist who coordinated the movement and storage of IEDs, weapons and associated supplies to support the Taliban throughout the province. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2012-11-04","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 6) In Sabari district, Khost province, an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani leader during an operation today. The leader procured weapons for insurgent fighters and conducted roadside bomb attacks. The security force seized weapons, bomb making materials and detained multiple insurgents during the operation.	{"name":"2","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 6)\nIn Sabari district, Khost province, an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani leader during an operation today. The leader procured weapons for insurgent fighters and conducted roadside bomb attacks. The security force seized weapons, bomb making materials and detained multiple insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2012-01-06","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-08-S-001 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 1, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a senior Taliban leader in Tarnak wa Jaldak district, Zabul province, during an operation yesterday. The senior Taliban leader organized a complex improvised explosive device network responsible for multiple IED attacks in the region. He was also responsible for directing suicide bombings, and for planning and executing multiple attacks against Afghan security forces and civilians throughout the district. The arrest of the senior Taliban leader came as the result of information provided to Afghan and coalition troops by insurgents formerly under his control who had been detained by Afghan and coalition troops during a previous operation.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-08-S-001\nFor Immediate Release\n\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 1, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a senior Taliban leader in Tarnak wa Jaldak district, Zabul province, during an operation yesterday.\n \nThe senior Taliban leader organized a complex improvised explosive device network responsible for multiple IED attacks in the region. He was also responsible for directing suicide bombings, and for planning and executing multiple attacks against Afghan security forces and civilians throughout the district.\n \nThe arrest of the senior Taliban leader came as the result of information provided to Afghan and coalition troops by insurgents formerly under his control who had been detained by Afghan and coalition troops during a previous operation.","start_date":"2012-07-31","event_type":["detention"],"province":["zabul"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update Dec. 28 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-321 3728, 3741, 3658, 3765, 3802, 3867, 3871  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 28) – More than 15 insurgents were killed by Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Force during separate operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the last 24 hours.   In Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, an Afghan National Police and ISAF patrol was engaged by insurgents with small arms fire. After gaining positive identification, combined forces returned fire, killing one insurgent.	{"name":"One insurgent killed in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update Dec. 28\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-321 3728, 3741, 3658, 3765, 3802, 3867, 3871  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 28) – More than 15 insurgents were killed by Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Force during separate operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the last 24 hours.   In Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, an Afghan National Police and ISAF patrol was engaged by insurgents with small arms fire. After gaining positive identification, combined forces returned fire, killing one insurgent.","start_date":"2010-12-28","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 21, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2011-04-S-061 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 21, 2011)  A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insugents and destroyed a drug cache while searching for a Taliban facilitator during a security operation in Kajaki district, Helmand province, yesterday. The targeted facilitator and financier is responsible for money exchanges and running a narcotics processing center in Baghlan district, Baghlan province. He travels to Kajaki to assist senior Taliban leaders in current operations.  The combined security force searched a couple compounds in the district based on multiple reports of insurgent activity in the area and tips from citizens. The force commenced the search of the first compound, while ensuring the safety of the women and children. During their search, they discovered 120 pounds (54 kgs) of wet opium and more than 20,000 Pakistan rupees. They detained one individual with suspected ties to Taliban insurgency.  At a nearby location, the force secured and cleared a separated compound which was suspected of insurgent activity. They carried out the search and conducted interviews with the occupants. After initial questioning, the force detained two suspected insurgents for further questioning. There were no shots fired during either search.	{"name":"Several suspected insurgents detained in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 21, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2011-04-S-061 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 21, 2011)  A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insugents and destroyed a drug cache while searching for a Taliban facilitator during a security operation in Kajaki district, Helmand province, yesterday. The targeted facilitator and financier is responsible for money exchanges and running a narcotics processing center in Baghlan district, Baghlan province. He travels to Kajaki to assist senior Taliban leaders in current operations.  The combined security force searched a couple compounds in the district based on multiple reports of insurgent activity in the area and tips from citizens. The force commenced the search of the first compound, while ensuring the safety of the women and children. During their search, they discovered 120 pounds (54 kgs) of wet opium and more than 20,000 Pakistan rupees. They detained one individual with suspected ties to Taliban insurgency.  At a nearby location, the force secured and cleared a separated compound which was suspected of insurgent activity. They carried out the search and conducted interviews with the occupants. After initial questioning, the force detained two suspected insurgents for further questioning. There were no shots fired during either search.","start_date":"2011-04-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-07-S-077 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 27, 2011) – During a security operation in Qush Tepa district, Jowzjan province, yesterday, an Afghan-led security force killed two insurgents. The security force conducted the operation to disrupt Taliban activity in the district, and followed intelligence leads to locate several insurgents maneuvering in the area. While the force pursued the individuals, one of them attempted to engage the force with his AK-47 assault rifle. The security returned fire, killing the individual. A second insurgent was also killed after he displayed hostile intent toward the force. Following the operation, the force confiscated a machine gun, an AK-47 assault rifle, grenades and a chest rack off.	{"name":"Two insurgents killed in Jowzjan","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-077\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (July 27, 2011) – During a security operation in Qush Tepa district, Jowzjan province, yesterday, an Afghan-led security force killed two insurgents.\n\nThe security force conducted the operation to disrupt Taliban activity in the district, and followed intelligence leads to locate several insurgents maneuvering in the area.\n\nWhile the force pursued the individuals, one of them attempted to engage the force with his AK-47 assault rifle. The security returned fire, killing the individual.\n\nA second insurgent was also killed after he displayed hostile intent toward the force. Following the operation, the force confiscated a machine gun, an AK-47 assault rifle, grenades and a chest rack off.","start_date":"2011-07-26","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["jowzjan"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Apr. 12: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-04-CA-033  For Immediate Release  Also in Kandahar last night, another joint security force searched a compound west of Kandahar City after intelligence information indicated militant activity. During the search the security force captured a Taliban IED facilitator involved in IED emplacements, defenses and assignments. Several other militants were also captured in the operation.   The assault force also found explosive materials during the search.	{"name":"Several militants and a facilitator detained in Kandahar","text":"Apr. 12: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nNEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-04-CA-033  For Immediate Release\n  Also in Kandahar last night, another joint security force searched a compound west of Kandahar City after intelligence information indicated militant activity. During the search the security force captured a Taliban IED facilitator involved in IED emplacements, defenses and assignments. Several other militants were also captured in the operation.   The assault force also found explosive materials during the search. ","start_date":"2010-04-11","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Haqqani Network Facilitator Captured in Khost Overnight ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-CA-026 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 3, 2010) — An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani Network facilitator for weapons, fighters and equipment used in attacks, along with more than 10 of his associates during an overnight operation in Khost province.   Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound north of Majles in Sabari district to search for the facilitator. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, and then the joint security force cleared and secured the area.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the facilitator and his associates.   The security force discovered multiple automatic weapons along with a machine gun, pistol, grenades, silencer and various types of ammunition at the scene. [...]   The assault force did not fire their weapons during either operation and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches.	{"name":"Haqqani Network Facilitator Captured in Khost Overnight","text":"Haqqani Network Facilitator Captured in Khost Overnight\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-CA-026 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 3, 2010) — An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani Network facilitator for weapons, fighters and equipment used in attacks, along with more than 10 of his associates during an overnight operation in Khost province.   Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound north of Majles in Sabari district to search for the facilitator. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, and then the joint security force cleared and secured the area.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the facilitator and his associates.   The security force discovered multiple automatic weapons along with a machine gun, pistol, grenades, silencer and various types of ammunition at the scene. \n[...]   The assault force did not fire their weapons during either operation and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches.","start_date":"2010-11-03","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":12,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-08-S-046 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 26, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in Marawarah district, Kunar province, yesterday. During the operation, the security force engaged a group of armed insurgents with a precision airstrike, killing several of them. A post-strike assessment determined no civilians had been harmed and no property had been damaged.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-08-S-046\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 26, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in Marawarah district, Kunar province, yesterday.\nDuring the operation, the security force engaged a group of armed insurgents with a precision airstrike, killing several of them. \nA post-strike assessment determined no civilians had been harmed and no property had been damaged.","start_date":"2012-08-25","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["kunar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Suspected Taliban Propaganda Expert Captured in Ghazni ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-210 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 20) - An Afghan and coalition security force captured a suspected Taliban media and propaganda facilitator, who participated in filming election attacks, during an overnight operation in Ghazni province.   Intelligence reporting led the security force to a compound in the village of Qal'eh-ye Amir in Ghazni district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined force cleared and secured the compound.   After questioning the residents at the scene, the security force identified and detained the targeted individual. The security force also discovered multiple grenades, ammunition and magazines along with video recording equipment at the scene.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.	{"name":"Suspected Taliban Propaganda Expert Captured in Ghazni","text":"Suspected Taliban Propaganda Expert Captured in Ghazni ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-210 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 20) - An Afghan and coalition security force captured a suspected Taliban media and propaganda facilitator, who participated in filming election attacks, during an overnight operation in Ghazni province.   Intelligence reporting led the security force to a compound in the village of Qal'eh-ye Amir in Ghazni district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined force cleared and secured the compound.   After questioning the residents at the scene, the security force identified and detained the targeted individual. The security force also discovered multiple grenades, ammunition and magazines along with video recording equipment at the scene.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.","start_date":"2010-09-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-11-S-017 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 12, 2012) Afghan and coalition forces confirmed today the arrest of a mid-level insurgent leader, who was arrested Nov. 5 in Uruzgan province. Akhund is suspected of leading attacks on Afghan National Police checkpoints.	{"name":"3","text":"2012-11-S-017\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 12, 2012)\nAfghan and coalition forces confirmed today the arrest of a mid-level insurgent leader, who was arrested Nov. 5 in Uruzgan province. Akhund is suspected of leading attacks on Afghan National Police checkpoints.","start_date":"2012-11-05","event_type":["detention"],"province":["uruzgan"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-11-S-005 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani senior leader during a security operation in Logar province today. He is tied to the Aug. 7 suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive device attack on Forward Operating Base Shank. During the operation, the security force also detained one suspected insurgent.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-11-S-005\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani senior leader during a security operation in Logar province today. He is tied to the Aug. 7 suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive device attack on Forward Operating Base Shank.\n\nDuring the operation, the security force also detained one suspected insurgent.","start_date":"2012-11-04","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 7, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-023 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 7, 2011) During a clearing operation, in Koh-e Safi district, Parwan province, an ISAF patrol came under fire from several insurgents. After establishing positive identification of the enemy position, coalition forces returned fire killing two insurgents.	{"name":"Two insurgents killed in Parwan","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 7, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-023 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 7, 2011) During a clearing operation, in Koh-e Safi district, Parwan province, an ISAF patrol came under fire from several insurgents. After establishing positive identification of the enemy position, coalition forces returned fire killing two insurgents. ","start_date":"2011-04-07","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["parwan"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-11-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 02, 2012) During an operation in Khost district, Khost province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader. The leader planned and conducted indirect fire attacks on Forward Operating Base Shan and directed improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province.	{"name":"5","text":"2012-11-S-002\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 02, 2012)\nDuring an operation in Khost district, Khost province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader. The leader planned and conducted indirect fire attacks on Forward Operating Base Shan and directed improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province.","start_date":"2012-12-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
In Chaparhar district, Nangarhar province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a Taliban leader today. The leader directs roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the district. The security force detained several suspected insurgents as a result of this operation.	{"name":"2","text":"In Chaparhar district, Nangarhar province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a Taliban leader today. The leader directs roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the district. The security force detained several suspected insurgents as a result of this operation.","start_date":"2012-04-13","event_type":["detention"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-056 For Immediate Release During a security operation in Shah Joy district, Zabul province, an Afghan-led security force captured a Taliban leader and two suspected insurgents, yesterday. The leader coordinates attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces.	{"name":"Taliban leader and two suspected insurgents detained in Zabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-056\nFor Immediate Release\n\nDuring a security operation in Shah Joy district, Zabul province, an Afghan-led security force captured a Taliban leader and two suspected insurgents, yesterday. The leader coordinates attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces.","start_date":"2011-07-17","event_type":["detention"],"province":["zabul"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 5, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-031 For Immediate Release  Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 5, 2011)  ISAF confirmed a Haqqani Taliban facilitator was detained during an Afghan and coalition operation in Logar province Feb. 1. The leader was responsible for the facilitation of weapons, improvised explosive device and small arms fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the area.	{"name":"Haqqani Taliban facilitator detained in Logar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 5, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-031 For Immediate Release  Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 5, 2011)  ISAF confirmed a Haqqani Taliban facilitator was detained during an Afghan and coalition operation in Logar province Feb. 1. The leader was responsible for the facilitation of weapons, improvised explosive device and small arms fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the area.","start_date":"2011-01-31","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":["haqqani;taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-062 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 24, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed a senior Taliban leader and one other insurgent during a security operation in Ghormach district, Faryab province, yesterday. Mullah Bahuddin was a senior Taliban leader responsible for directing multiple attacks on Afghan National Security Forces, and facilitating weapons distribution and suicide bomb attacks in the area. He was a key insurgent leadership figure, connecting the greater Badghis and Ghormach Taliban groups. The security force located Bahuddin and one of his subordinates earlier in the day, using information received through reports from locals. As the force conducted a search to detain the two insurgents, it observed the two men were armed. A firefight ensued, and Bahuddin and his subordinate were both killed. Following the engagement the security force confiscated a machine gun, rocket propelled grenade rocket motors, and a pistol from the insurgent location. Bahuddin is one of more than 50 Taliban insurgents killed since the beginning of the year during security force operations in Faryab province.	{"name":"Senior Taliban leader and one other killed in Faryab","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-062\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 24, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed a senior Taliban leader and one other insurgent during a security operation in Ghormach district, Faryab province, yesterday. \nMullah Bahuddin was a senior Taliban leader responsible for directing multiple attacks on Afghan National Security Forces, and facilitating weapons distribution and suicide bomb attacks in the area. \nHe was a key insurgent leadership figure, connecting the greater Badghis and Ghormach Taliban groups. \nThe security force located Bahuddin and one of his subordinates earlier in the day, using information received through reports from locals. As the force conducted a search to detain the two insurgents, it observed the two men were armed. A firefight ensued, and Bahuddin and his subordinate were both killed. Following the engagement the security force confiscated a machine gun, rocket propelled grenade rocket motors, and a pistol from the insurgent location. \nBahuddin is one of more than 50 Taliban insurgents killed since the beginning of the year during security force operations in Faryab province.","start_date":"2011-08-23","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["faryab"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2013-01-S-006 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 6, 2013) – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested the senior Taliban leader in Nad ‘Ali district during a security operation in Now Zad district, Helmand province, today. The leader provided operational guidance to Taliban insurgents in Nad ‘Ali district and acquired and distributed homemade explosives, weapons and ammunition to suicide bombers. The security force also detained several suspected insurgents and seized multiple firearms as a result of the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"2013-01-S-006\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 6, 2013) – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested the senior Taliban leader in Nad ‘Ali district during a security operation in Now Zad district, Helmand province, today.\nThe leader provided operational guidance to Taliban insurgents in Nad ‘Ali district and acquired and distributed homemade explosives, weapons and ammunition to suicide bombers.\nThe security force also detained several suspected insurgents and seized multiple firearms as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2013-01-06","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-05-S-027 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (May 15) Finally, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Haqqani facilitator and explosives expert in Nadir Shah Kot district, Khost province, today. The facilitator acquires explosive materials for the production of roadside bombs and other types of explosive devices. He also provides technical advice to insurgents on the construction and employment of IEDs used in attacks against Afghan and coalition troops in the district. The security force detained one suspected insurgent as a result of this operation.	{"name":"6","text":"2012-05-S-027\n\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (May 15)\nFinally, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Haqqani facilitator and explosives expert in Nadir Shah Kot district, Khost province, today. The facilitator acquires explosive materials for the production of roadside bombs and other types of explosive devices. He also provides technical advice to insurgents on the construction and employment of IEDs used in attacks against Afghan and coalition troops in the district. The security force detained one suspected insurgent as a result of this operation.","start_date":"2012-05-15","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Afghan-Led Security Force Detains Two Suspected Taliban Insurgents in Kandahar  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-110  For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (August 10) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected Taliban insurgents in Kandahar province Monday in pursuit of a Taliban commander responsible for ambushes and improvised explosive device attacks against civilians and Afghan and coalition security forces.   The security force targeted a compound in Sahebdad Ghundey village in Kandahar district to search for the commander, who is also involved in the acquisition of weapons and munitions for the network. Afghan forces called for all residents to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning the residents, the assault force detained the suspected insurgents.   "The Taliban are feeling the pressure in Kandahar," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "Over the last two months, Afghan and coalition forces have captured more than two dozen Taliban leaders in the province, while detaining more than 140 suspected insurgents."   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.	{"name":"Afghan-Led Security Force Detains Two Suspected Taliban Insurgents in Kandahar","text":"Afghan-Led Security Force Detains Two Suspected Taliban Insurgents in Kandahar\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-110  For Immediate Release Download PDF\n\n KABUL, Afghanistan (August 10) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected Taliban insurgents in Kandahar province Monday in pursuit of a Taliban commander responsible for ambushes and improvised explosive device attacks against civilians and Afghan and coalition security forces.   The security force targeted a compound in Sahebdad Ghundey village in Kandahar district to search for the commander, who is also involved in the acquisition of weapons and munitions for the network. Afghan forces called for all residents to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning the residents, the assault force detained the suspected insurgents.   \"The Taliban are feeling the pressure in Kandahar,\" said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. \"Over the last two months, Afghan and coalition forces have captured more than two dozen Taliban leaders in the province, while detaining more than 140 suspected insurgents.\"   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.","start_date":"2010-08-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-08-S-020 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 10, 2012) In Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban weapons smuggler Wednesday. The detained weapons smuggler transported and distributed illegal explosives, weapons and ammunition to Taliban insurgents throughout the district.	{"name":"3","text":"2012-08-S-020\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 10, 2012)\nIn Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban weapons smuggler Wednesday. The detained weapons smuggler transported and distributed illegal explosives, weapons and ammunition to Taliban insurgents throughout the district.","start_date":"2012-08-08","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-08-S-033 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 17, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force detained a suspected insurgent during an operation to arrest a Taliban leader in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The Taliban leader plans and directs improvised explosive device attacks, and acquires suicide vests for use in attacks on Afghan and coalition forces.	{"name":"3","text":"2012-08-S-033\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 17, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force detained a suspected insurgent during an operation to arrest a Taliban leader in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The Taliban leader plans and directs improvised explosive device attacks, and acquires suicide vests for use in attacks on Afghan and coalition forces.","start_date":"2012-08-17","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Coalition Forces Conduct Precision Strike Against Taliban Insurgents  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-092  For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (August 9) - Coalition forces conducted a precision air strike in Kandahar Sunday targeting a Taliban facilitator, who equipped Taliban fighters for improvised explosive devices and complex attacks against Afghan civilians, and Afghan as well as coalition forces in Kandahar City.   After verifying insurgent activity and careful planning to avoid civilian casualties and to mitigate collateral damage, coalition forces called in the precision air strike on a remote area outside Kandahar City. Initial reports indicate several insurgents were killed in the strike.   "This facilitator planned, coordinated and executed IED attacks in and around Kandahar City," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "We will continue to pursue these criminals and their associates."	{"name":"Coalition Forces Conduct Precision Strike Against Taliban Insurgents","text":"Coalition Forces Conduct Precision Strike Against Taliban Insurgents\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-092  For Immediate Release Download PDF\n\n KABUL, Afghanistan (August 9) - Coalition forces conducted a precision air strike in Kandahar Sunday targeting a Taliban facilitator, who equipped Taliban fighters for improvised explosive devices and complex attacks against Afghan civilians, and Afghan as well as coalition forces in Kandahar City.   After verifying insurgent activity and careful planning to avoid civilian casualties and to mitigate collateral damage, coalition forces called in the precision air strike on a remote area outside Kandahar City. Initial reports indicate several insurgents were killed in the strike.   \"This facilitator planned, coordinated and executed IED attacks in and around Kandahar City,\" said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. \"We will continue to pursue these criminals and their associates.\"","start_date":"2010-08-08","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-05-S-052 KABUL, Afghanistan (May 29) Afghan forces, supported by coalition troops, conducted a search operation in Tarin Kot district, Uruzgan province, Saturday. Acting on a tip, the combined patrol searched a suspicious area and recovered 10 rocket-propelled grenades, eight fuel cells, 50 machine gun rounds and a rifle. One suspected insurgent was detained and the seized materials were confiscated to be destroyed.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-05-S-052\n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (May 29)\nAfghan forces, supported by coalition troops, conducted a search operation in Tarin Kot district, Uruzgan province, Saturday. Acting on a tip, the combined patrol searched a suspicious area and recovered 10 rocket-propelled grenades, eight fuel cells, 50 machine gun rounds and a rifle. One suspected insurgent was detained and the seized materials were confiscated to be destroyed.","start_date":"2012-05-26","event_type":["detention"],"province":["uruzgan"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
June 28: Afghan-ISAF Forces Discover Weapons Cache in Uruzgan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-121  For Immediate Release Afghan and coalition forces continue to make progress in their on-going efforts to rid the province of the Haqqani network. They captured another Haqqani IED facilitator in the province yesterday, in an area that has seen 13 IEDs detonated or found this year.	{"name":"IED Facilitator Captured During Operation in Khost","text":"June 28: Afghan-ISAF Forces Discover Weapons Cache in Uruzgan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-121  For Immediate Release\n\n Afghan and coalition forces continue to make progress in their on-going efforts to rid the province of the Haqqani network. They captured another Haqqani IED facilitator in the province yesterday, in an area that has seen 13 IEDs detonated or found this year.","start_date":"2010-06-27","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-09-S-029 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 20, 2012) An Afghan and coalition force arrested a Taliban informant in Khakrez district, Kandahar province, today. The detained informant is suspected of acquiring and providing information regarding Afghan and coalition security operations to Taliban leaders operating throughout the region, as well as providing guidance for improvised explosive device attacks. The security force also detained one alleged insurgent and seized several kilograms of explosive material as a result of the operation.	{"name":"3","text":"2012-09-S-029\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 20, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition force arrested a Taliban informant in Khakrez district, Kandahar province, today. The detained informant is suspected of acquiring and providing information regarding Afghan and coalition security operations to Taliban leaders operating throughout the region, as well as providing guidance for improvised explosive device attacks. The security force also detained one alleged insurgent and seized several kilograms of explosive material as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2012-09-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Taliban IED Cell Commander Targeted in Zabul  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-223  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 18) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents in Zabul province Wednesday while in pursuit of a Taliban commander who leads one of the primary improvised explosive device attack cells in Mizan district.   The commander is also involved in intimidation campaigns against Afghan civilians who allow their children to attend school. The assault force targeted a compound in the village of Kulah Khesht in Mizan district to search for the commander, whose IED attacks have been the cause of several coalition force injuries. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning all the residents, the security force detained the suspected insurgents without incident.   "This commander is responsible for horrendous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces alike. This individual is a violent menace to the Afghan people," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director.   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.	{"name":"Taliban IED Cell Commander Targeted in Zabul","text":"Taliban IED Cell Commander Targeted in Zabul\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-223  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 18) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents in Zabul province Wednesday while in pursuit of a Taliban commander who leads one of the primary improvised explosive device attack cells in Mizan district.   The commander is also involved in intimidation campaigns against Afghan civilians who allow their children to attend school. The assault force targeted a compound in the village of Kulah Khesht in Mizan district to search for the commander, whose IED attacks have been the cause of several coalition force injuries. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning all the residents, the security force detained the suspected insurgents without incident.   \"This commander is responsible for horrendous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces alike. This individual is a violent menace to the Afghan people,\" said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director.   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-08-18","event_type":["detention"],"province":["zabul"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
In Bak district, Khost province, an Afghan led security force captured a Haqqani leader during an operation today. The leader directed roadside bomb attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the Terayzai and Bak districts. The security force detained one additional suspected insurgent and seized multiple mortar rounds and explosive devices during the operation.	{"name":"Haqqani leader detained in Khost","text":"In Bak district, Khost province, an Afghan led security force captured a Haqqani leader during an operation today. The leader directed roadside bomb attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the Terayzai and Bak districts. The security force detained one additional suspected insurgent and seized multiple mortar rounds and explosive devices during the operation.","start_date":"2012-03-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-12-S-014 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 12, 2012) In Kunduz district, Kunduz province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader who purchased and distributed weapons and improvised explosive devices to insurgents. As a local leader, he controlled a small group of insurgents who emplaced IEDs in Archi district, Kunduz province.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-12-S-014\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 12, 2012)\nIn Kunduz district, Kunduz province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader who purchased and distributed weapons and improvised explosive devices to insurgents. As a local leader, he controlled a small group of insurgents who emplaced IEDs in Archi district, Kunduz province.","start_date":"2012-12-12","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kunduz"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 18, 2011 ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-06-S-055 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 18, 2011) Also in Kandahar, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader and two of his associates during a security operation in Zharay district, yesterday. The leader was involved in attacks against Afghan National Security Forces in Maiwand and Zharay districts in Kandahar.	{"name":"Taliban leader and two associates detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 18, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-055\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 18, 2011)\nAlso in Kandahar, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader and two of his associates during a security operation in Zharay district, yesterday. The leader was involved in attacks against Afghan National Security Forces in Maiwand and Zharay districts in Kandahar.","start_date":"2011-06-17","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2011-10-S-034 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 17, 2011) In Kunduz district, Kunduz province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader and detained two suspected insurgents, yesterday. The leader planned and executed roadside bomb attacks against Afghan government officials.	{"name":"3","text":"2011-10-S-034\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\nFor Immediate Release\n\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 17, 2011)\nIn Kunduz district, Kunduz province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader and detained two suspected insurgents, yesterday. The leader planned and executed roadside bomb attacks against Afghan government officials.","start_date":"2011-10-16","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kunduz"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-06-S-015 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 8) — An Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader during an operation in Wali Muhammad Shahid Khugyani district, Ghazni province, today. The leader coordinated improvised explosive device operations and conducted multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the province. During the operation the security force also detained two suspected insurgents.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-06-S-015\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 8) — An Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader during an operation in Wali Muhammad Shahid Khugyani district, Ghazni province, today.\nThe leader coordinated improvised explosive device operations and conducted multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the province.\nDuring the operation the security force also detained two suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-06-08","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-11-S-024 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 25, 2012) In Andar district, Ghazni province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader who oversaw more than a dozen fighters in the district and planned and executed multiple ambushes and improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the security force also detained three suspected insurgents.	{"name":"6","text":"2012-11-S-024\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 25, 2012)\nIn Andar district, Ghazni province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader who oversaw more than a dozen fighters in the district and planned and executed multiple ambushes and improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the security force also detained three suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-12-25","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-09-S-020 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 15, 2012) — Afghan and coalition forces confirmed yesterday the death of an al-Qaida weapons expert during a security operation in Mata Khan district, Paktika province, Wednesday. During the operation the security force positively identified Taqwa – also known as Eissa Khan – transporting weapons toward a populated area. After ensuring no civilians were in the vicinity, the security force engaged Taqwa with a precision airstrike, killing him. As an al-Qaida weapons expert, Taqwa is suspected of directing multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces, often using improvised explosive devices, and equipping insurgent and terrorist fighters with weapons, ammunition and explosives. Prior to his death, Taqwa was believed to be planning the abduction of several Afghan security force members. A post-strike assessment determined no civilian property was damaged and no civilians were harmed.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-09-S-020\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 15, 2012) — Afghan and coalition forces confirmed yesterday the death of an al-Qaida weapons expert during a security operation in Mata Khan district, Paktika province, Wednesday.\nDuring the operation the security force positively identified Taqwa – also known as Eissa Khan – transporting weapons toward a populated area. After ensuring no civilians were in the vicinity, the security force engaged Taqwa with a precision airstrike, killing him.\nAs an al-Qaida weapons expert, Taqwa is suspected of directing multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces, often using improvised explosive devices, and equipping insurgent and terrorist fighters with weapons, ammunition and explosives.\nPrior to his death, Taqwa was believed to be planning the abduction of several Afghan security force members. \nA post-strike assessment determined no civilian property was damaged and no civilians were harmed.","start_date":"2012-09-12","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["paktika"],"target_group":["aq"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Jan. 17, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-191 2154, 2168, 2219, 2237, 2254, 2159, 2096, 2109, 2193, 2217, 2214, 2240, 2267 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 17, 2011) — Numerous insurgents were killed, wounded and detained by Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF during separate clearing and security operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the past 24 hours.  In the same area, during a separate clearing operation, an Afghan National Army and ISAF patrol spotted two insurgents emplacing an IED.  After gaining positive identification, combined forces engaged, killing one insurgent and scattering the other.	{"name":"One insurgent killed in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Jan. 17, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-191 2154, 2168, 2219, 2237, 2254, 2159, 2096, 2109, 2193, 2217, 2214, 2240, 2267 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 17, 2011) — Numerous insurgents were killed, wounded and detained by Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF during separate clearing and security operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the past 24 hours.  In the same area, during a separate clearing operation, an Afghan National Army and ISAF patrol spotted two insurgents emplacing an IED.  After gaining positive identification, combined forces engaged, killing one insurgent and scattering the other.","start_date":"2011-01-17","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2011-10-S-003 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 2, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained one suspected insurgent during an operation in search of a Taliban facilitator In the Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province. The facilitator coordinates with other Taliban leaders to plan attacks using homemade explosives throughout the region.	{"name":"One detained in Kandahar","text":"2011-10-S-003\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 2, 2011)\nA combined Afghan and coalition security force detained one suspected insurgent during an operation in search of a Taliban facilitator In the Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province. The facilitator coordinates with other Taliban leaders to plan attacks using homemade explosives throughout the region.","start_date":"2011-10-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}