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ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 13, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-039 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 13, 2011) ISAF today confirmed the capture of a Taliban leader during a security operation in Behsud district, Nangarhar province, April 11. The leader operated for al-Qaida and the Taliban, primarily in eastern Afghanistan and Pakistan. He assisted the insurgent networks with the acquisition, movement and employment of weapons and fighters in the Kunar region.	{"name":"Taliban/AQ leader captured in Nangarhar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 13, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-039 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 13, 2011) ISAF today confirmed the capture of a Taliban leader during a security operation in Behsud district, Nangarhar province, April 11. The leader operated for al-Qaida and the Taliban, primarily in eastern Afghanistan and Pakistan. He assisted the insurgent networks with the acquisition, movement and employment of weapons and fighters in the Kunar region. ","start_date":"2011-04-11","event_type":["detention"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["aq;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}
2011-10-S-061 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 30, 2011) In Qalat district, Zabul province, a combined Afghan and coaltion security force captured a Taliban leader and detained two additional suspected insurgents during an operation to disrupt insurgent activity yesterday. The leader coordinated roadside bomb attacks against coalition forces.	{"name":"3","text":"2011-10-S-061\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 30, 2011)\nIn Qalat district, Zabul province, a combined Afghan and coaltion security force captured a Taliban leader and detained two additional suspected insurgents during an operation to disrupt insurgent activity yesterday. The leader coordinated roadside bomb attacks against coalition forces.","start_date":"2011-10-29","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}
2012-09-S-001 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 1, 2012) An Afghan and coalition forces detained numerous suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban bomb-maker in Washer district, Helmand province, today. The Taliban bomb-maker is believed to acquire and manufacture various types of improvised explosive devices for Taliban leaders in Washer district.	{"name":"6","text":"2012-09-S-001\nFor Immediate Release\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 1, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition forces detained numerous suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban bomb-maker in Washer district, Helmand province, today. The Taliban bomb-maker is believed to acquire and manufacture various types of improvised explosive devices for Taliban leaders in Washer district.","start_date":"2012-09-01","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":0}
Haqqani Commander Captured, IED Material Destroyed in Khost ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-276 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained several insurgents in Khost province Friday, including a Haqqani commander linked to attacks against Afghan officials. The commander was also involved in ambushing a vehicle during last week's elections and stealing a ballot box.   The security force also discovered a significant cache of improvised explosive device material and military equipment at the scene.   Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a remote compound in Tanai district to search for the commander. 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 compound. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the commander along with three of his associates.   The security force also discovered an automatic weapon, pistol, rocket-propelled grenade launcher, magazines and loose ammunition, along with three U.S. combat uniforms at the scene. These types of uniforms were recently used in attacks against a coalition force base.   Additionally, they discovered and destroyed improvised explosive device material, including 100 blasting caps, artillery rounds, a land mine, pressure plates and electrical circuitry.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.	{"name":"Haqqani Commander Captured, IED Material Destroyed in Khost","text":"Haqqani Commander Captured, IED Material Destroyed in Khost\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-276 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained several insurgents in Khost province Friday, including a Haqqani commander linked to attacks against Afghan officials. The commander was also involved in ambushing a vehicle during last week's elections and stealing a ballot box.   The security force also discovered a significant cache of improvised explosive device material and military equipment at the scene.   Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a remote compound in Tanai district to search for the commander. 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 compound. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the commander along with three of his associates.   The security force also discovered an automatic weapon, pistol, rocket-propelled grenade launcher, magazines and loose ammunition, along with three U.S. combat uniforms at the scene. These types of uniforms were recently used in attacks against a coalition force base.   Additionally, they discovered and destroyed improvised explosive device material, including 100 blasting caps, artillery rounds, a land mine, pressure plates and electrical circuitry.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-09-24","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 18, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-068 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 18, 2011)  In Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader yesterday.  The Taliban leader is the military commander in the district, and he has been tasked by senior leaders with coordinating and executing high profile attacks in Panjwa’i and Kandahar City.   Based on multiple reports indicating the whereabouts of the leader, the combined security force targeted two compounds in the district. The force cleared multiple buildings and interviewed residents about insurgent activity in the area. The force detained several individuals with suspected ties to Taliban activity in the area.  Throughout the operation the force was careful to ensure the safety of all civilians.	{"name":"Numerous suspected insurgents were detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 18, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-068 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 18, 2011)  In Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader yesterday.  The Taliban leader is the military commander in the district, and he has been tasked by senior leaders with coordinating and executing high profile attacks in Panjwa’i and Kandahar City.   Based on multiple reports indicating the whereabouts of the leader, the combined security force targeted two compounds in the district. The force cleared multiple buildings and interviewed residents about insurgent activity in the area. The force detained several individuals with suspected ties to Taliban activity in the area.  Throughout the operation the force was careful to ensure the safety of all civilians.","start_date":"2011-05-17","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}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 17, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-059 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 17, 2011) Afghan and coalition forces detained two known IED-facilitators in Uruzgan province. The first facilitator was detained in the Tangi valley region, March 11 while the second was detained during a separate combined Afghan and coalition forces operation in western Uruzgan province, Monday.   Both men are currently in custody of the Afghan National Police.	{"name":"IED facilitator captured in Uruzgan","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 17, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-059 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 17, 2011) Afghan and coalition forces detained two known IED-facilitators in Uruzgan province. The first facilitator was detained in the Tangi valley region, March 11 while the second was detained during a separate combined Afghan and coalition forces operation in western Uruzgan province, Monday.   Both men are currently in custody of the Afghan National Police.","start_date":"2011-03-16","event_type":["detention"],"province":["uruzgan"],"target_group":[""],"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-003 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 2, 2011) Also in Helmand, an Afghan and coalition combined security force detained several suspected insurgents during an operation in Washer district, yesterday. The target of this operation was a Taliban leader responsible for a roadside bomb cell in southern Kandahar City and Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province.	{"name":"Several suspected insurgents detained in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-003\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 2, 2011) \nAlso in Helmand, an Afghan and coalition combined security force detained several suspected insurgents during an operation in Washer district, yesterday. The target of this operation was a Taliban leader responsible for a roadside bomb cell in southern Kandahar City and Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province.","start_date":"2011-08-01","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"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}
2012-06-S-050 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 26, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a senior Taliban leader in Kajaki district, Helmand province, Monday. The leader plans, directs and executes attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the region. The security force detained several suspected insurgents as a result of this operation.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-06-S-050\nFor Immediate Release\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 26, 2012) \nAn Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a senior Taliban leader in Kajaki district, Helmand province, Monday. The leader plans, directs and executes attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the region.\nThe security force detained several suspected insurgents as a result of this operation.","start_date":"2012-06-25","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"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 Morning Operational Update Feb. 18, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-128 For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 18) In Qalat district, Zabul province, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Taliban weapons facilitator, detaining two suspected insurgents yesterday. The facilitator is involved in small and heavy arms weapons trade and distribution in Shah Joy district for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He is directly associated with Taliban weapons facilitators in the Shah Joy district. He had 30,000 to 40,000 rounds of ammunition and multiple AK-47s he was planning sell to other Taliban insurgents, according to recent reporting.   Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in the district, where Afghan and coalition forces conducted a search after securing the compound. Two suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene. --- ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 20, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-148 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 20, 2011) — International Security Assistance Force confirmed a Taliban weapons facilitator was detained by local villagers and turned over to the coalition forces operating in the region after an Afghan and coalition operation in Qalat district, Zabul province, Feb. 17  The Taliban weapons facilitator was involved in small and heavy arms weapons trade and distribution in Shah Joy district for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.	{"name":"Two suspected insurgents detained in Zabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update Feb. 18, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-128 For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 18) In Qalat district, Zabul province, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Taliban weapons facilitator, detaining two suspected insurgents yesterday. The facilitator is involved in small and heavy arms weapons trade and distribution in Shah Joy district for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He is directly associated with Taliban weapons facilitators in the Shah Joy district. He had 30,000 to 40,000 rounds of ammunition and multiple AK-47s he was planning sell to other Taliban insurgents, according to recent reporting.   Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in the district, where Afghan and coalition forces conducted a search after securing the compound. Two suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene.\n\n---\n\nISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 20, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-148 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 20, 2011) — International Security Assistance Force confirmed a Taliban weapons facilitator was detained by local villagers and turned over to the coalition forces operating in the region after an Afghan and coalition operation in Qalat district, Zabul province, Feb. 17  The Taliban weapons facilitator was involved in small and heavy arms weapons trade and distribution in Shah Joy district for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.","start_date":"2011-02-16","event_type":["detention"],"province":["zabul"],"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}
2012-11-S-017 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 12, 2012) Afghan and coalition forces confirmed today the arrest of a Taliban IED facilitator and suicide operations coordinator in Kunduz province Saturday. The arrested IED facilitator is believed to be planning a magnetic-IED attack against Afghan and coalition forces. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-11-S-017\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 12, 2012)\nAfghan and coalition forces confirmed today the arrest of a Taliban IED facilitator and suicide operations coordinator in Kunduz province Saturday. The arrested IED facilitator is believed to be planning a magnetic-IED attack against Afghan and coalition forces. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent.","start_date":"2012-11-10","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kunduz"],"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}
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 security force captured a Taliban leader and numerous associates during a security operation in Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, yesterday.  The leader was second-in-command for insurgent operations in Panjwa’i and actively planned attacks against coalition forces, including an attack against a coalition forward operating base.   Multiple intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in the district in search of the leader. The force secured and cleared multiple buildings, while ensuring the safety of the women and children.  Based on interviews with residents, the force identified the leader along with numerous suspected insurgents. They were taken into custody for further questioning. During their search, the force also found and destroyed 150 pounds (68 kilograms) of marijuana. Initial reports indicate no civilians were harmed during the operation.	{"name":"Taliban leader and numerous associates detained in Kandahar","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 security force captured a Taliban leader and numerous associates during a security operation in Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, yesterday.  The leader was second-in-command for insurgent operations in Panjwa’i and actively planned attacks against coalition forces, including an attack against a coalition forward operating base.   Multiple intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in the district in search of the leader. The force secured and cleared multiple buildings, while ensuring the safety of the women and children.  Based on interviews with residents, the force identified the leader along with numerous suspected insurgents. They were taken into custody for further questioning. During their search, the force also found and destroyed 150 pounds (68 kilograms) of marijuana. Initial reports indicate no civilians were harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2011-04-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":5,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command morning operational update - March 30, 2012 2012-03-S-040 KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 30) In Maiwand district, Kandahar province, an Afghan led security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation today. The leader coordinated insurgent movement in western Kandahar province for attacks against Afghan and coalition troops. The security force detained two additional insurgents as a result of this operation.	{"name":"3","text":"ISAF Joint Command morning operational update - March 30, 2012\n2012-03-S-040\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 30)\nIn Maiwand district, Kandahar province, an Afghan led security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation today. The leader coordinated insurgent movement in western Kandahar province for attacks against Afghan and coalition troops. The security force detained two additional insurgents as a result of this operation.","start_date":"2012-03-30","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}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update June 4, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-06-S-015 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 4, 2011) – A combined Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force vehicle interdiction operation led to the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics in Chakhansur district, Nimroz province, yesterday. The operation seized 1,400 pounds (635 kilograms) of opium. One insurgent was killed when he attempted to engage the force and three others were detained during the operation. The same operation seized 22,046 pounds (10,000 kgs) of sodium bicarbonate, a chemical used to manufacture heroin.	{"name":"One killed in Nimroz","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update June 4, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-015\nFor Immediate Release\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 4, 2011) – A combined Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force vehicle interdiction operation led to the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics in Chakhansur district, Nimroz province, yesterday. \n\nThe operation seized 1,400 pounds (635 kilograms) of opium.\n\nOne insurgent was killed when he attempted to engage the force and three others were detained during the operation. \n\nThe same operation seized 22,046 pounds (10,000 kgs) of sodium bicarbonate, a chemical used to manufacture heroin.","start_date":"2011-06-03","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["nimroz"],"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- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-058 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 22, 2011) – An Afghan and coalition combined security force killed several insurgents and detained a Haqqani network facilitator in Nadir Shah district, Khost province, yesterday. The facilitator was responsible for coordinating small arms and indirect fire attacks. He also purchased equipment and supplies for insurgents in the area. While searching the area, the security force observed several armed insurgents. An engagement ensued and several insurgents were killed, while another was wounded. The security force also confiscated several AK-47 assault rifles, roadside bomb making materials and chest racks following the engagement. Completing the operation, the security force located and detained the targeted facilitator and multiple associates.	{"name":"Several killed and one facilitator detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-058\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 22, 2011) – An Afghan and coalition combined security force killed several insurgents and detained a Haqqani network facilitator in Nadir Shah district, Khost province, yesterday. \n\nThe facilitator was responsible for coordinating small arms and indirect fire attacks. He also purchased equipment and supplies for insurgents in the area. \n\nWhile searching the area, the security force observed several armed insurgents. An engagement ensued and several insurgents were killed, while another was wounded. \n\nThe security force also confiscated several AK-47 assault rifles, roadside bomb making materials and chest racks following the engagement. Completing the operation, the security force located and detained the targeted facilitator and multiple associates.","start_date":"2011-08-21","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":4,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-08-S-051 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 29, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader during an operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, today. The Taliban leader distributed weapons and explosives to Taliban fighters. He is also suspected of being involved in planning the assassination of an Afghan government official in Kandahar. During the operation, the security force also detained two additional suspected insurgents.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-08-S-051\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 29, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader during an operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, today. The Taliban leader distributed weapons and explosives to Taliban fighters. He is also suspected of being involved in planning the assassination of an Afghan government official in Kandahar. During the operation, the security force also detained two additional suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-08-29","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}
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update May 27, 2011 ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-096 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (May 27, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition force operation discovered a weapons cache during a security patrol in Kabul, Tuesday. The cache consisted of 18 hand grenades, approximately 4,409 pounds (2,000 kgs) of ammonium nitrate, 40 round fuses, 27 cans of explosive material, 2,700 detonators, four timed detonators and 20 rifle magazines. In the operation one man was detained and two cars were seized.	{"name":"One detained in Kabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update May 27, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-096 For Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (May 27, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition force operation discovered a weapons cache during a security patrol in Kabul, Tuesday.\nThe cache consisted of 18 hand grenades, approximately 4,409 pounds (2,000 kgs) of ammonium nitrate, 40 round fuses, 27 cans of explosive material, 2,700 detonators, four timed detonators and 20 rifle magazines.\nIn the operation one man was detained and two cars were seized.","start_date":"2011-05-24","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kabul"],"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}
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-09-S-009 KABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 7, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed two insurgents, detained numerous suspected insurgents and seized multiple weapons while searching for a Taliban leader in Sayyidabad Abad district, Wardak province, yesterday. The leader is responsible for planning attacks the district, and providing logistical supplies to fellow leaders. While conducting the operation, the security force encountered two armed insurgents. Responding to the threat, the security force engaged both individuals, killing them. One individual was armed with a pistol and the other with an AK-47 assault rifle. The patrol seized a machine gun, grenades and ammunition.	{"name":"Two killed and numerous detained in Wardak","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-09-S-009\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 7, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed two insurgents, detained numerous suspected insurgents and seized multiple weapons while searching for a Taliban leader in Sayyidabad Abad district, Wardak province, yesterday.\nThe leader is responsible for planning attacks the district, and providing logistical supplies to fellow leaders.\nWhile conducting the operation, the security force encountered two armed insurgents. Responding to the threat, the security force engaged both individuals, killing them. One individual was armed with a pistol and the other with an AK-47 assault rifle.\nThe patrol seized a machine gun, grenades and ammunition.","start_date":"2011-09-06","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":4,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Forces Target Taliban Leaders ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-242 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 21, 2010) — Afghan and coalition forces conducted four operations targeting Taliban leaders detaining numerous suspected insurgents in Helmand, Kandahar and Nangarhar provinces yesterday.  In Kandahar province, Afghan and coalition forces detained several individuals suspected of involvement in an improvised explosive device network.  The joint security team detained the suspected Taliban members while targeting an IED facilitator responsible for construction, attack coordination and emplacement of devices. He is associated with several central Kandahar Taliban leaders and facilitators.  Forces followed leads to a targeted location in Kandahar district, where Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The security team determined the individuals would be detained based on initial questioning at the scene.	{"name":"Several detained in Kandahar","text":"Forces Target Taliban Leaders\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-242 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 21, 2010) — Afghan and coalition forces conducted four operations targeting Taliban leaders detaining numerous suspected insurgents in Helmand, Kandahar and Nangarhar provinces yesterday.  In Kandahar province, Afghan and coalition forces detained several individuals suspected of involvement in an improvised explosive device network.  The joint security team detained the suspected Taliban members while targeting an IED facilitator responsible for construction, attack coordination and emplacement of devices. He is associated with several central Kandahar Taliban leaders and facilitators.  Forces followed leads to a targeted location in Kandahar district, where Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The security team determined the individuals would be detained based on initial questioning at the scene.","start_date":"2010-12-20","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":0}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 25) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Kot district, Faryab province, today. The leader is an explosives expert and suicide-attack network facilitator who targets senior Afghan government officials throughout Almar district. During the operation, two insurgents exited a building and fired at the security force. Several remaining insurgents barricaded themselves inside the building and also opened fire. The security force responded to the immediate threat and returned fire, killing the insurgents. The security force confiscated several AK-47 assault rifles, eight grenades, four chest racks, one machine gun and a rocket-propelled grenade launcher. No civilians were injured during the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 25) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Kot district, Faryab province, today.\nThe leader is an explosives expert and suicide-attack network facilitator who targets senior Afghan government officials throughout Almar district.\nDuring the operation, two insurgents exited a building and fired at the security force. Several remaining insurgents barricaded themselves inside the building and also opened fire. The security force responded to the immediate threat and returned fire, killing the insurgents.\nThe security force confiscated several AK-47 assault rifles, eight grenades, four chest racks, one machine gun and a rocket-propelled grenade launcher.\nNo civilians were injured during the operation.","start_date":"2012-01-25","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["faryab"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":5,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Forces Detain Taliban Explosive Device ‘Doctor’ in Kandahar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-10-S-311 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 28) – Afghan and coalition forces targeted and detained a Taliban attack leader during a joint security operation in Kandahar province yesterday.  Forces conducted the operation in search of the leader, who bears the title “doctor,” due to his intricate knowledge of improvised explosive devices.  The IED ‘doctor’ trained Taliban members on how to build, emplace and detonate IEDs. In addition, he gave tactical guidance on where and how to conduct such attacks. He is associated with the Dec. 12 suicide vehicle-borne IED attack in Sangisar and was involved in moving money and supplies in support of suicide vehicle-borne IED operations in Kandahar City. The now-detained individual was also in direct contact with an array of suicide vehicle-borne IED cell leaders and suicide-attack facilitators.   Forces followed leads to the target location in Kandahar City, where Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The security team determined the targeted individual and one suspected insurgent would be detained based on initial questioning at the scene.   The joint security team conducted the operation in the hours of darkness to minimize the risk to local citizens. No women or children were injured or detained during this operation.   The security forces conducted the operation without firing their weapons.	{"name":"Forces Detain Taliban Explosive Device 'Doctor' in Kandahar","text":"Forces Detain Taliban Explosive Device ‘Doctor’ in Kandahar\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-10-S-311 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 28) – Afghan and coalition forces targeted and detained a Taliban attack leader during a joint security operation in Kandahar province yesterday.  Forces conducted the operation in search of the leader, who bears the title “doctor,” due to his intricate knowledge of improvised explosive devices.  The IED ‘doctor’ trained Taliban members on how to build, emplace and detonate IEDs. In addition, he gave tactical guidance on where and how to conduct such attacks. He is associated with the Dec. 12 suicide vehicle-borne IED attack in Sangisar and was involved in moving money and supplies in support of suicide vehicle-borne IED operations in Kandahar City. The now-detained individual was also in direct contact with an array of suicide vehicle-borne IED cell leaders and suicide-attack facilitators.   Forces followed leads to the target location in Kandahar City, where Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The security team determined the targeted individual and one suspected insurgent would be detained based on initial questioning at the scene.   The joint security team conducted the operation in the hours of darkness to minimize the risk to local citizens. No women or children were injured or detained during this operation.   The security forces conducted the operation without firing their weapons.","start_date":"2010-12-27","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":1}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 19, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-054 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 19, 2011)   ISAF today confirmed Mullah Abdul Fatah Haqqani was killed during an airstrike in Burkah district, Baghlan province, yesterday. Haqqani supported both the Taliban and Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan networks by commanding and controlling foreign fighter facilitation and insurgent training for Baghlan province. He was responsible for overseeing the purchase of weapons and explosive devices for Taliban insurgents, supporting numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the area.	{"name":"Facilitator killed in Baghlan","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 19, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-054 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 19, 2011)   ISAF today confirmed Mullah Abdul Fatah Haqqani was killed during an airstrike in Burkah district, Baghlan province, yesterday. Haqqani supported both the Taliban and Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan networks by commanding and controlling foreign fighter facilitation and insurgent training for Baghlan province. He was responsible for overseeing the purchase of weapons and explosive devices for Taliban insurgents, supporting numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the area.","start_date":"2011-04-18","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["baghlan"],"target_group":["imu;taliban"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-12-S-006 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 4, 2012) In Chak-e Wardak district, Wardak province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader who oversees a local group of insurgents and has conducted numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the combined force killed two insurgents and seized weapons, ammunition and several grenades.	{"name":"8","text":"2012-12-S-006\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 4, 2012)\nIn Chak-e Wardak district, Wardak province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader who oversees a local group of insurgents and has conducted numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the combined force killed two insurgents and seized weapons, ammunition and several grenades.","start_date":"2012-12-04","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":2,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Dec. 30, 2010 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-340 3930, 3934, 3977, 4041, 4073, 4130, 4060, 4117  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 30, 2010) – Several insurgents were killed and others detained by Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces during separate clearing operations in eastern and southern Afghanistan today.   In Zharay district, Kandahar province, an ISAF patrol spotted two insurgents emplacing an improvised explosive device. After gaining positive identification, coalition forces called for air support. The air weapons team on scene engaged the enemy position, killing one insurgent. Afterwards, moving towards the enemy position, ground forces discovered a large drug cache and detained two suspected insurgents found in possession of drugs. The cache consisted of 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms) of hashish and marijuana.	{"name":"One insurgent killed in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Dec. 30, 2010\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-340 3930, 3934, 3977, 4041, 4073, 4130, 4060, 4117  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 30, 2010) – Several insurgents were killed and others detained by Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces during separate clearing operations in eastern and southern Afghanistan today.   In Zharay district, Kandahar province, an ISAF patrol spotted two insurgents emplacing an improvised explosive device. After gaining positive identification, coalition forces called for air support. The air weapons team on scene engaged the enemy position, killing one insurgent. Afterwards, moving towards the enemy position, ground forces discovered a large drug cache and detained two suspected insurgents found in possession of drugs. The cache consisted of 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms) of hashish and marijuana.","start_date":"2010-12-30","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kandahar"],"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}
2012-08-S-025 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 11, 2012) Also in Gelan district, Ghazni province, a second Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents and seized several kilograms of explosives during an operation to arrest a Taliban leader today. The leader plans and directs attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces. The explosives were safely destroyed by the security force.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-08-S-025\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 11, 2012)\nAlso in Gelan district, Ghazni province, a second Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents and seized several kilograms of explosives during an operation to arrest a Taliban leader today. The leader plans and directs attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces. The explosives were safely destroyed by the security force.","start_date":"2012-08-12","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":0}
2012-03-S-018 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 17) In Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation yesterday. The leader directed an insurgent cell that conducted roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout central Helmand.	{"name":"3","text":"2012-03-S-018\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 17)\nIn Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation yesterday. The leader directed an insurgent cell that conducted roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout central Helmand.","start_date":"2012-03-16","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":1}
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-060 For Immediate Release In Zurmat district, Paktiya province, an Afghan-led security force detained two suspected insurgents, yesterday. The force was searching for a Taliban leader who provides guidance and reports to insurgents in Mata Khan district.	{"name":"Two suspected insurgents detained in Paktya","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-060\nFor Immediate Release\n\nIn Zurmat district, Paktiya province, an Afghan-led security force detained two suspected insurgents, yesterday. The force was searching for a Taliban leader who provides guidance and reports to insurgents in Mata Khan district.","start_date":"2011-07-18","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"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}
Suspected Insurgents Detained in Helmand Province  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-241  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 20) - Afghan and coalition forces conducted a combined operation resulting in the detention of more than 10 individuals with suspected insurgent links in Sangin, Helmand province today.   The target of the operation was a Taliban commander who is a key coordinator of insurgent operations in Helmand. He is also responsible for daily operations in an improvised explosive device factory in Sangin.   "The detention of this commander will severely degrade the attack and facilitation network in Sangin. This detention could also provide significant leads on IED and weapons facilitation routes throughout Helmand," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. ---- Taliban 'judge is Out' in Helmand ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-329 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 29) - Afghan and coalition forces detained more than 10 suspected insurgents during a combined operation to detain a senior Taliban commander Aug. 20.  During subsequent questioning from Afghan and coalition forces, an alleged Taliban judge was discovered to be among the group of insurgents detained.  One of the detainees, Mullah Sazuddin, is an alleged senior Taliban judge for Gereshk District, Helmand province. He is known by locals as the "Taliban Death Decider," and has been reported to preach anti-government and anti-coalition rhetoric.  Detainees stated it is common for him to declare infidels allied to the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan should be killed and local Afghans and Taliban should kill anyone who takes so much as a 'stick of candy' from the International Security Assistance Force.  During questioning by Afghan and coalition forces, Sazuddin admitted to being a Taliban judge. Other detainees affirmed that Taliban officials would bring local Afghan citizens before the Mullah to be tried for violating Taliban law.  "The jury is in, the judge is out and justice has been served," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "We've just abolished part of an illegal justice system in this country."	{"name":"Suspected Insurgents Detained in Helmand Province","text":"Suspected Insurgents Detained in Helmand Province\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-241  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 20) - Afghan and coalition forces conducted a combined operation resulting in the detention of more than 10 individuals with suspected insurgent links in Sangin, Helmand province today.   The target of the operation was a Taliban commander who is a key coordinator of insurgent operations in Helmand. He is also responsible for daily operations in an improvised explosive device factory in Sangin.   \"The detention of this commander will severely degrade the attack and facilitation network in Sangin. This detention could also provide significant leads on IED and weapons facilitation routes throughout Helmand,\" said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director.\n----\n\nTaliban 'judge is Out' in Helmand\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-329 For Immediate Release\nDownload PDF\n KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 29) - Afghan and coalition forces detained more than 10 suspected insurgents during a combined operation to detain a senior Taliban commander Aug. 20.  During subsequent questioning from Afghan and coalition forces, an alleged Taliban judge was discovered to be among the group of insurgents detained.  One of the detainees, Mullah Sazuddin, is an alleged senior Taliban judge for Gereshk District, Helmand province. He is known by locals as the \"Taliban Death Decider,\" and has been reported to preach anti-government and anti-coalition rhetoric.  Detainees stated it is common for him to declare infidels allied to the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan should be killed and local Afghans and Taliban should kill anyone who takes so much as a 'stick of candy' from the International Security Assistance Force.  During questioning by Afghan and coalition forces, Sazuddin admitted to being a Taliban judge. Other detainees affirmed that Taliban officials would bring local Afghan citizens before the Mullah to be tried for violating Taliban law.  \"The jury is in, the judge is out and justice has been served,\" said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. \"We've just abolished part of an illegal justice system in this country.\"","start_date":"2010-08-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":11,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 22, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-078 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 22, 2011)  In Khost district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani Network leader and one suspected insurgent yesterday.  The leader is an IED expert who operated in Sabari district, Khost province and was responsible for constructing IEDs. He was also involved in weapons facilitation.  The leader was captured after the combined security force conducted a security clearance of his compound in the district. The force isolated the area and had all occupants exit the compound. Afghan members of the force questioned local residents, resulting in the leader and one of his associate being detained.  No civilians were harmed during the operation, and the security force protected sixteen women and thirty-five children while conducting the search.	{"name":"Two detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 22, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-078 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 22, 2011)  In Khost district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani Network leader and one suspected insurgent yesterday.  The leader is an IED expert who operated in Sabari district, Khost province and was responsible for constructing IEDs. He was also involved in weapons facilitation.  The leader was captured after the combined security force conducted a security clearance of his compound in the district. The force isolated the area and had all occupants exit the compound. Afghan members of the force questioned local residents, resulting in the leader and one of his associate being detained.  No civilians were harmed during the operation, and the security force protected sixteen women and thirty-five children while conducting the search.","start_date":"2011-05-21","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"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 Operational Update, Dec. 27, 2010  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-309 3480, 3507, 3517, 3550, 3552, 3672, 3621  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 27, 2010) – More than 10 insurgents were killed and others wounded by Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Force during separate clearing operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the last 24 hours.   In Musa Qal’ah district, Helmand province, coalition forces spotted insurgents emplacing an improvised explosive device. After gaining positive identification, coalition forces engaged the enemy position with small arms fire, killing several insurgents.	{"name":"Several insurgents killed in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Dec. 27, 2010\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-309 3480, 3507, 3517, 3550, 3552, 3672, 3621  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 27, 2010) – More than 10 insurgents were killed and others wounded by Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Force during separate clearing operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the last 24 hours.   In Musa Qal’ah district, Helmand province, coalition forces spotted insurgents emplacing an improvised explosive device. After gaining positive identification, coalition forces engaged the enemy position with small arms fire, killing several insurgents.","start_date":"2010-12-27","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-06-S-051 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 27, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force detained a Haqqani leader in Sharan district, Paktika province, today. The leader was responsible for building improvised explosive devices used throughout the region. He also provided technical and tactical IED instruction to the Haqqani insurgents under his control. During the operation, the security force also detained multiple suspected insurgents.	{"name":"5","text":"2012-06-S-051\nFor Immediate Release\n\n \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 27, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force detained a Haqqani leader in Sharan district, Paktika province, today. The leader was responsible for building improvised explosive devices used throughout the region. He also provided technical and tactical IED instruction to the Haqqani insurgents under his control. During the operation, the security force also detained multiple suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-06-27","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktika"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":4,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
Apr. 28: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Helmand, Ghazni, Badghis NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-04-CA-087   In Ghazni last night, an Afghan-international security force searched a compound in the village of Bagi Kheyl, in the Qarah Bagh district, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity. During the search the security force detained a couple of suspected insurgents for further questioning.	{"name":"2 Insurgents captured in Ghazni","text":"Apr. 28: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Helmand, Ghazni, Badghis\nNEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-04-CA-087  \n In Ghazni last night, an Afghan-international security force searched a compound in the village of Bagi Kheyl, in the Qarah Bagh district, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity. During the search the security force detained a couple of suspected insurgents for further questioning.","start_date":"2010-04-27","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 011-07-S-051 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 17, 2011) – An Afghan-led combined security force killed more than 10 insurgents and detained another during a security operation targeting a Taliban leader and his network in Kuz Kunar district, Nangarhar province, yesterday. The leader plans and conducts attacks against Afghan government officials and security forces, and also operates as a facilitator in the district. The security force received several intelligence tips indicating the Taliban leader and his associates had taken over a building in the area as a staging location. While the Afghan-led security force moved to conduct an assessment of the building, they were engaged by insurgents using machine guns, rocket propelled grenades, and AK-47 rifles. The security force responded to the insurgent fire, killing several of the attackers. The security force moved to conduct the assessment following the initial engagement, when additional armed insurgents initiated fire from inside the building. The Afghan-led security force, using native languages, called for the insurgents to exit the buildings peacefully. The insurgents remained non-compliant and continued their assault on the security force. The force continued attempts to de-escalate the situation, however the insurgents continued to fire. As Afghan members of the security force attempted to clear the building, they were met with continuing insurgent fire. As a force protection measure due to the continuous attack, the security force called in an air strike, which killed several more insurgents and destroyed the building. The security force assessed that there were no civilian casualties as a result of the incident, and the scene was left in control of local authorities. ---- ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-056 For Immediate Release Finally, International Security Assistance Force officials confirmed the death of Khan Wali, a Taliban leader who operated in Kuz Kunar district, Nangarhar province. Wali was the target of an operation on Sunday morning that killed more than 10 insurgents. He was responsible for leading fighters in attacks against Afghan government officials and security forces.	{"name":"More than 10 killed and one detained in Nangarhar","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n011-07-S-051\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (July 17, 2011) – An Afghan-led combined security force killed more than 10 insurgents and detained another during a security operation targeting a Taliban leader and his network in Kuz Kunar district, Nangarhar province, yesterday.\n\nThe leader plans and conducts attacks against Afghan government officials and security forces, and also operates as a facilitator in the district.\n \nThe security force received several intelligence tips indicating the Taliban leader and his associates had taken over a building in the area as a staging location. While the Afghan-led security force moved to conduct an assessment of the building, they were engaged by insurgents using machine guns, rocket propelled grenades, and AK-47 rifles. The security force responded to the insurgent fire, killing several of the attackers.\n\nThe security force moved to conduct the assessment following the initial engagement, when additional armed insurgents initiated fire from inside the building.\n\nThe Afghan-led security force, using native languages, called for the insurgents to exit the buildings peacefully. The insurgents remained non-compliant and continued their assault on the security force. The force continued attempts to de-escalate the situation, however the insurgents continued to fire.\n\nAs Afghan members of the security force attempted to clear the building, they were met with continuing insurgent fire. As a force protection measure due to the continuous attack, the security force called in an air strike, which killed several more insurgents and destroyed the building.\n\nThe security force assessed that there were no civilian casualties as a result of the incident, and the scene was left in control of local authorities.\n\n----\n\nISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-056\nFor Immediate Release\n\nFinally, International Security Assistance Force officials confirmed the death of Khan Wali, a Taliban leader who operated in Kuz Kunar district, Nangarhar province. Wali was the target of an operation on Sunday morning that killed more than 10 insurgents. He was responsible for leading fighters in attacks against Afghan government officials and security forces.","start_date":"2011-07-17","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":11,"min_captured":1,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Insurgents Targeted During Vehicle Interdiction Operation ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-305 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 27, 2010) – Several insurgents were targeted during a joint Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force vehicle interdiction operation in Helmand and Kandahar provinces, yesterday.   Numerous insurgents were killed in two separate incidents when they fled from their vehicles and attempted to engage the force.   Several suspected insurgents were also detained during the operation. They were taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.	{"name":"Insurgents Targeted During Vehicle Interdiction Operation in Kandahar","text":"Insurgents Targeted During Vehicle Interdiction Operation\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-305 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 27, 2010) – Several insurgents were targeted during a joint Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force vehicle interdiction operation in Helmand and Kandahar provinces, yesterday.   Numerous insurgents were killed in two separate incidents when they fled from their vehicles and attempted to engage the force.   Several suspected insurgents were also detained during the operation. They were taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.","start_date":"2010-12-26","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}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 30) In Nerkh district, Wardak province, an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during an operation today. The facilitator supplied bomb making materials, acquired weapons and ammunition, and participated in attacks in the Maidan Shahr district.	{"name":"4","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 30)\nIn Nerkh district, Wardak province, an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during an operation today. The facilitator supplied bomb making materials, acquired weapons and ammunition, and participated in attacks in the Maidan Shahr district.","start_date":"2011-12-29","event_type":["detention"],"province":["wardak"],"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}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 22, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-078 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 22, 2011)  In Sabari district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Haqqani Network leader yesterday.  The leader is responsible for coordinating IED emplacements and acquiring weapons for insurgents. He is also associated with direct attacks against Afghan forces.  The combined security force searched a compound in the district after multiple intelligence sources indicated insurgent activity in the area. The force searched and cleared the compound without incident from residents. After searching the area, the force detained two individuals who they identified as suspected insurgents.  The force also confiscated a rocket propelled grenade, multiple mines, and grenades during the search.  There were no shots fired during this operation.	{"name":"Two suspected insurgents detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 22, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-078 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 22, 2011)  In Sabari district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Haqqani Network leader yesterday.  The leader is responsible for coordinating IED emplacements and acquiring weapons for insurgents. He is also associated with direct attacks against Afghan forces.  The combined security force searched a compound in the district after multiple intelligence sources indicated insurgent activity in the area. The force searched and cleared the compound without incident from residents. After searching the area, the force detained two individuals who they identified as suspected insurgents.  The force also confiscated a rocket propelled grenade, multiple mines, and grenades during the search.  There were no shots fired during this operation.","start_date":"2011-05-21","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-09-S-037 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 24) Afghan Special Police members of Provincial Response Company Baghlan detained two suspicious individuals and recovered a machine gun, ammunition, and two chest rigs during an operation to arrest an insurgent cell leader in Narhin district, Baghlan province yesterday.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-09-S-037\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 24)\nAfghan Special Police members of Provincial Response Company Baghlan detained two suspicious individuals and recovered a machine gun, ammunition, and two chest rigs during an operation to arrest an insurgent cell leader in Narhin district, Baghlan province yesterday.","start_date":"2012-09-24","event_type":["detention"],"province":["baghlan"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 3, 2011 ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-06-S-009 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 3, 2011) In Zabul province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous individuals with suspected ties to Taliban activity while searching for a Taliban leader in Shah Joy district, yesterday. The leader plans explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces along Highway 1 in the district. The Afghan-led force searched for the leader at a compound in Shah Joy based on reports of Taliban activity. They cleared the targeted compound and interviewed residents. During initial questioning, the force identified numerous suspected insurgents who were taken into custody for further questioning and possible detention. The force completed the operation without using force and no civilians were harmed.	{"name":"Numerous individuals detained in Zabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 3, 2011\nISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-009 \nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 3, 2011) \nIn Zabul province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous individuals with suspected ties to Taliban activity while searching for a Taliban leader in Shah Joy district, yesterday. The leader plans explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces along Highway 1 in the district. \n\nThe Afghan-led force searched for the leader at a compound in Shah Joy based on reports of Taliban activity. They cleared the targeted compound and interviewed residents. During initial questioning, the force identified numerous suspected insurgents who were taken into custody for further questioning and possible detention. The force completed the operation without using force and no civilians were harmed.","start_date":"2011-06-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["zabul"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Dec. 26: Operational Update NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2009-12-CA–082 In an operation in Khowst last night, an Afghan-international security force captured several militants including a known Haqqani facilitator. The joint force searched a compound northwest of the village of Guldar, in the Sabari district, after receiving information there was militant activity in the area and detained the militants. The joint force recovered multiple AK-47 rifles, hand grenades and IED components from the home of the Haqqani facilitator.	{"name":"Several militants detained in Khost","text":"Dec. 26: Operational Update\nNEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2009-12-CA–082\n\nIn an operation in Khowst last night, an Afghan-international security force captured several militants including a known Haqqani facilitator.\nThe joint force searched a compound northwest of the village of Guldar, in the Sabari district, after receiving information there was militant activity in the area and detained the militants.\nThe joint force recovered multiple AK-47 rifles, hand grenades and IED components from the home of the Haqqani facilitator.","start_date":"2009-12-25","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}
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-080 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 31, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Haqqani network leader and two of his associates in Musa Khel district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader was involved with other Haqqani insurgents in coordinating an upcoming attack in Kabul city. Recent reporting indicates he was facilitating a potential car bomb for the pending attack.	{"name":"Haqqani leader and two associates detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-080\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 31, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Haqqani network leader and two of his associates in Musa Khel district, Khost province, yesterday. \n\nThe leader was involved with other Haqqani insurgents in coordinating an upcoming attack in Kabul city. Recent reporting indicates he was facilitating a potential car bomb for the pending attack. ","start_date":"2011-08-30","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update Feb. 17, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-118 For Immediate Release   Security patrols wrap up several leaders, facilitators, destroy narcotics   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 17) In Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Taliban facilitator, detaining two suspected insurgents during a security operation yesterday. The Taliban facilitator operates in Sayyidabad and Jaghatu districts where he is responsible for IED attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in the district, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Two suspected insurgents were detained based on initial questioning at the scene.	{"name":"Two suspected insurgents detained in Wardak","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update Feb. 17, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-118 For Immediate Release   Security patrols wrap up several leaders, facilitators, destroy narcotics   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 17) In Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Taliban facilitator, detaining two suspected insurgents during a security operation yesterday. The Taliban facilitator operates in Sayyidabad and Jaghatu districts where he is responsible for IED attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in the district, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Two suspected insurgents were detained based on initial questioning at the scene.","start_date":"2011-02-15","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}