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KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 8) An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani facilitator during an operation in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, today. The facilitator conducted attacks against coalition forces. The security force confiscated weapons and bomb making materials and detained one additional suspected insurgent during the operation.	{"name":"5","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 8)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani facilitator during an operation in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, today. The facilitator conducted attacks against coalition forces. The security force confiscated weapons and bomb making materials and detained one additional suspected insurgent during the operation.","start_date":"2012-01-08","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"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":0}
2011-11-S-038 ISAF Joint Command - Afghsnistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 22, 2011) A Haqqani network leader was captured by a combined Afghan and coalition security force during an operation in Zarghun Shahr district, Paktika province, yesterday. The leader coordinated roadside bomb attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the district.	{"name":"8","text":"2011-11-S-038\nISAF Joint Command - Afghsnistan\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 22, 2011)\nA Haqqani network leader was captured by a combined Afghan and coalition security force during an operation in Zarghun Shahr district, Paktika province, yesterday. The leader coordinated roadside bomb attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the district.","start_date":"2011-11-21","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktika"],"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":1}
A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban facilitator in Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province, today. The facilitator moves heavy weaponry throughout the Kandahar province. The security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during the operation.	{"name":"3","text":"\nA combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban facilitator in Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province, today. The facilitator moves heavy weaponry throughout the Kandahar province. The security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during the operation. ","start_date":"2011-11-30","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":0}
2012-05-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (May 2) An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Gelan district, Ghazni province, today. The leader conducted roadside bomb attacks against Afghan civilians, Afghan National Security Forces and coalition troops along Highway 1. One additional insurgent was also detained.	{"name":"4","text":"2012-05-S-002\nKABUL, Afghanistan (May 2)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Gelan district, Ghazni province, today. The leader conducted roadside bomb attacks against Afghan civilians, Afghan National Security Forces and coalition troops along Highway 1. One additional insurgent was also detained.","start_date":"2012-05-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"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}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update, Feb. 1, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-007 For Immediate Release  Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 1, 2011) –   ISAF patrols spotted several insurgents emplacing improvised explosive devices in Nahr-e Sarej and Sangin districts, Helmand province, today.  After gaining positive identification, coalition forces engaged the enemy position, killing several insurgents and wounding another.	{"name":"Several insurgents killed in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update, Feb. 1, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-007 For Immediate Release  Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 1, 2011) –   ISAF patrols spotted several insurgents emplacing improvised explosive devices in Nahr-e Sarej and Sangin districts, Helmand province, today.  After gaining positive identification, coalition forces engaged the enemy position, killing several insurgents and wounding another.","start_date":"2011-01-31","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}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 21, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-072 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 21, 2011) - Afghan and coalition security forces killed one insurgent and detained several during a clearing operation in Burkah district, Baghlan province today.  The clearing operation targeted a senior leader of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan and Taliban liaison along with several other insurgents in northern Afghanistan.  The combined Afghan and coalition forces security team located suspected insurgents in a field. The suspected insurgents ran to a nearby house while firing at the joint security team.  The combined Afghan and coalition forces suppressed the enemy fire killing one outside the house and followed the second individual to the home. After isolating the building, the combined patrol used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compounds peacefully. The joint security force assaulted the building, then identified and detained several suspected insurgents.	{"name":"One killed and several detained in Baghlan","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 21, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-072 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 21, 2011) - Afghan and coalition security forces killed one insurgent and detained several during a clearing operation in Burkah district, Baghlan province today.  The clearing operation targeted a senior leader of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan and Taliban liaison along with several other insurgents in northern Afghanistan.  The combined Afghan and coalition forces security team located suspected insurgents in a field. The suspected insurgents ran to a nearby house while firing at the joint security team.  The combined Afghan and coalition forces suppressed the enemy fire killing one outside the house and followed the second individual to the home. After isolating the building, the combined patrol used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compounds peacefully. The joint security force assaulted the building, then identified and detained several suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2011-03-20","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["baghlan"],"target_group":["imu;taliban"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":3,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update Feb. 10, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-066 For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 10) Balkh  A separate security force searched a compound in Nahr-e Shahi district where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit out of the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Several suspected insurgents were detained based on initial questioning at the scene.	{"name":"Several suspected individuals detained in Balkh","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update Feb. 10, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-066 For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 10) Balkh  A separate security force searched a compound in Nahr-e Shahi district where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit out of the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Several suspected insurgents were detained based on initial questioning at the scene.","start_date":"2011-02-08","event_type":["detention"],"province":["balkh"],"target_group":[""],"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 Operational Update April 27, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2011-04-S-082 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 27, 2011) Afghan and coalition forces killed more than 10 insurgents during an engagement near the Pakistan border in Giyan district, Paktika province, yesterday.  While conducting a security patrol, the combined force received reports of several insurgents preparing to attack the patrol. After gaining positive identification of the insurgent position, the patrol requested artillery support from a nearby forward operating base. The subsequent artillery fire killed numerous insurgents.  As the patrol continued on their mission and were later engaged by insurgents with rocket-propelled grenades and small-arms fire. The combined patrol returned fire and called for air weapons team support. Several more insurgents were killed and wounded in the engagement.  The air weapons team later identified a group of insurgents moving into Afghanistan from Pakistan. The team fired on three insurgents on the Afghanistan side of the border, killing two and wounding another.  All rounds were reported on target and initial reports indicate no civilians were injured in the operation.	{"name":"More than 10 killed in Paktika","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 27, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2011-04-S-082 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 27, 2011) Afghan and coalition forces killed more than 10 insurgents during an engagement near the Pakistan border in Giyan district, Paktika province, yesterday.  While conducting a security patrol, the combined force received reports of several insurgents preparing to attack the patrol. After gaining positive identification of the insurgent position, the patrol requested artillery support from a nearby forward operating base. The subsequent artillery fire killed numerous insurgents.  As the patrol continued on their mission and were later engaged by insurgents with rocket-propelled grenades and small-arms fire. The combined patrol returned fire and called for air weapons team support. Several more insurgents were killed and wounded in the engagement.  The air weapons team later identified a group of insurgents moving into Afghanistan from Pakistan. The team fired on three insurgents on the Afghanistan side of the border, killing two and wounding another.  All rounds were reported on target and initial reports indicate no civilians were injured in the operation.","start_date":"2011-04-26","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["paktika"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":11,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 14, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-049 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 14, 2011) In Qalat district, Zabul province, Afghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents during a security operation, yesterday.   The combined force conducted the security operation to prevent a Taliban indirect-fire weapons team from carrying out an attack in the district. The two insurgents were observed preparing a weapons system for firing, and were kept under surveillance. With assistance from a coalition aircraft, the combined force was able to interdict the insurgents.    There were no civilians harmed during the operation.	{"name":"Two insurgents killed in Zabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 14, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-049 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 14, 2011) In Qalat district, Zabul province, Afghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents during a security operation, yesterday.   The combined force conducted the security operation to prevent a Taliban indirect-fire weapons team from carrying out an attack in the district. The two insurgents were observed preparing a weapons system for firing, and were kept under surveillance. With assistance from a coalition aircraft, the combined force was able to interdict the insurgents.    There were no civilians harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2011-05-13","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["zabul"],"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}
Afghan, Coalition Force Captures Senior Haqqani Network Leader ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-5-S-047 For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (May 14, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani Network leader and several of his associates during a security operation in Dzadran district, Paktiya province yesterday.   The leader was a senior advisor for the insurgent network. He was responsible for logistics and communications for a major portion of Haqqani operations in the province. The leader is the brother of the third highest ranking Haqqani leader, and though not a commander or fighter, he was intimately involved with the Haqqani command structure and tactical operations. Additionally, he recruited young men and suicide bombers for the Haqqani Network.   After thorough intelligence analysis that lasted over a week, the combined security force tracked the Haqqani leader to an area in Dzadran district. The force cleared several compounds and conducted interviews with residents. Based on their reports, the force was able to locate the insurgent leader and apprehend him on sight.   Additionally, through initial investigation the force discovered several individuals who had ties to Haqqani activity in the area. They were all detained with the insurgent leader for further questioning.   The entire operation was completed peacefully, with no harm to civilians.	{"name":"Afghan, Coalition Force Captures Senior Haqqani Network Leader","text":"Afghan, Coalition Force Captures Senior Haqqani Network Leader\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-5-S-047 For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (May 14, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani Network leader and several of his associates during a security operation in Dzadran district, Paktiya province yesterday.   The leader was a senior advisor for the insurgent network. He was responsible for logistics and communications for a major portion of Haqqani operations in the province. The leader is the brother of the third highest ranking Haqqani leader, and though not a commander or fighter, he was intimately involved with the Haqqani command structure and tactical operations. Additionally, he recruited young men and suicide bombers for the Haqqani Network.   After thorough intelligence analysis that lasted over a week, the combined security force tracked the Haqqani leader to an area in Dzadran district. The force cleared several compounds and conducted interviews with residents. Based on their reports, the force was able to locate the insurgent leader and apprehend him on sight.   Additionally, through initial investigation the force discovered several individuals who had ties to Haqqani activity in the area. They were all detained with the insurgent leader for further questioning.   The entire operation was completed peacefully, with no harm to civilians.","start_date":"2011-05-13","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"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}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 03) In Bakwaw district, Farah province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force discovered a drug and weapons cache during an operation yesterday. The cache consisted of approximately 1,100 pounds (500 kilograms) of opium, 16 improvised explosive devices, several containers of explosive-making materials, $1.5 million in Pakistan currency and a motorcycle rigged with explosives to be used as a suicide vehicle borne IED. Security forces detained three suspected insurgents and confiscated the drugs and currency. The weapons were destroyed on site without incident.	{"name":"3","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 03) \nIn Bakwaw district, Farah province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force discovered a drug and weapons cache during an operation yesterday. The cache consisted of approximately 1,100 pounds (500 kilograms) of opium, 16 improvised explosive devices, several containers of explosive-making materials, $1.5 million in Pakistan currency and a motorcycle rigged with explosives to be used as a suicide vehicle borne IED. Security forces detained three suspected insurgents and confiscated the drugs and currency. The weapons were destroyed on site without incident.","start_date":"2012-02-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["farah"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 20, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-074 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 20, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader and killed several insurgents during a security operation in Murghab district, Badghis province yesterday.   The targeted Taliban leader conducted IED and direct fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Darreh-I Bum and Qadis districts of Badghis province.   The combined force targeted the leader after intelligence reports indicated insurgent activity in the district. Several insurgents were killed as they attempted to engage the security force. Additionally, two suspected insurgents were detained for further questioning.   After initial assessment, it was discovered that one of the detained individuals was the targeted leader.   No women or children were harmed during this operation.	{"name":"Taliban leader detained and several killed in Badghis","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 20, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-074 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 20, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader and killed several insurgents during a security operation in Murghab district, Badghis province yesterday.   The targeted Taliban leader conducted IED and direct fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Darreh-I Bum and Qadis districts of Badghis province.   The combined force targeted the leader after intelligence reports indicated insurgent activity in the district. Several insurgents were killed as they attempted to engage the security force. Additionally, two suspected insurgents were detained for further questioning.   After initial assessment, it was discovered that one of the detained individuals was the targeted leader.   No women or children were harmed during this operation.","start_date":"2011-05-19","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["badghis"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":2,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
Mar. 14: Afghan-ISAF Forces Discover Weapons Cache in Helmand Province NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-062  For Immediate Release  A separate Afghan-international combined force captured a Haqqani commander and two other militants in Khost last night. The combined force captured the insurgent during a search of a small compound outside of Mocay Kalay, in the Jaji Mayden district, after intelligence information verified militant activity. He is responsible for directing attacks against Afghan and Coalition forces.   The search team found several weapons, to include a shotgun, an automatic rifle, a grenade, armor-piercing rounds, time fuses, blasting caps and a small amount of dynamite. Two other militants were also detained.	{"name":"3 captured in Khost, including a Haqqani commander","text":"Mar. 14: Afghan-ISAF Forces Discover Weapons Cache in Helmand Province\nNEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-062  For Immediate Release\n A separate Afghan-international combined force captured a Haqqani commander and two other militants in Khost last night. The combined force captured the insurgent during a search of a small compound outside of Mocay Kalay, in the Jaji Mayden district, after intelligence information verified militant activity. He is responsible for directing attacks against Afghan and Coalition forces.   The search team found several weapons, to include a shotgun, an automatic rifle, a grenade, armor-piercing rounds, time fuses, blasting caps and a small amount of dynamite. Two other militants were also detained. ","start_date":"2010-03-13","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-08-S-016 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 6, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed several insurgents during a security operation targeting a Taliban facilitator in Surkh Rod district, Nangarhar province, yesterday. The facilitator has coordinated several attacks against the Afghan government and the Afghan National Army. Additionally, he is responsible for supplying roadside bomb components and ammunition to insurgents in the area. Upon arriving in the district, the security force encountered a group of insurgents, armed with rocket propelled grenade launchers and AK-47 assault rifles. An exchange of fire initiated shortly after, resulting in several insurgents killed.	{"name":"Several killed in Nangarhar","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-016\nFor Immediate Release\n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 6, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed several insurgents during a security operation targeting a Taliban facilitator in Surkh Rod district, Nangarhar province, yesterday.\n\n\nThe facilitator has coordinated several attacks against the Afghan government and the Afghan National Army. Additionally, he is responsible for supplying roadside bomb components and ammunition to insurgents in the area.\n\n\nUpon arriving in the district, the security force encountered a group of insurgents, armed with rocket propelled grenade launchers and AK-47 assault rifles. An exchange of fire initiated shortly after, resulting in several insurgents killed.","start_date":"2011-08-05","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 28, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-092 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 28, 2011) – A joint Afghan and coalition force captured a Taliban improvised explosive device facilitator and detained several suspected Taliban insurgents in Pul-e Alam district, Logar province, yesterday.  The Taliban facilitator was responsible for the acquisition, construction and dissemination of IEDs and has been involved in numerous attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition security forces.  The security force targeted a compound in Pul-E Alam district based on multiple intelligence tips. After questioning residents, the security force identified and detained the IED facilitator. They also detained several suspected Taliban insurgents for further questioning. An AK-47, chest rack and IED ignition device were also found on the premises and later destroyed by the security force.  The security force ensured the safety of ten women and twenty-four children throughout the operation.	{"name":"Several suspected individuals detained in Logar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 28, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-092 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 28, 2011) – A joint Afghan and coalition force captured a Taliban improvised explosive device facilitator and detained several suspected Taliban insurgents in Pul-e Alam district, Logar province, yesterday.  The Taliban facilitator was responsible for the acquisition, construction and dissemination of IEDs and has been involved in numerous attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition security forces.  The security force targeted a compound in Pul-E Alam district based on multiple intelligence tips. After questioning residents, the security force identified and detained the IED facilitator. They also detained several suspected Taliban insurgents for further questioning. An AK-47, chest rack and IED ignition device were also found on the premises and later destroyed by the security force.  The security force ensured the safety of ten women and twenty-four children throughout the operation.","start_date":"2011-03-26","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"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 Morning Operational Update May 13, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-041 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 13, 2011)  In Sabari district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin leader and one of his associates during a security operation yesterday.   The leader is the suspected commander of HIG operations in the Kholbesat area of the district. He participated in attacks with the intent of degrading the Afghan government in Sabari district.   The combined force searched for the leader at a compound in the district based on intelligence reports indicating his whereabouts. The force isolated the area, calling all occupants to exit the premises peacefully.   Continuing the search, they cleared the area and interviewed local residents. During the interviews the insurgent leader identified himself to the security force and was detained. One individual with suspected ties to HIG activity was also detained for further questioning.   The force found and safely destroyed multiple IEDs, grenades, blasting caps, detonation cord and AK-47 assault rifles during the operation.   There were no shots fired or civilians harmed during the operation.	{"name":"HiG leader and one associate detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 13, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-041 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 13, 2011)  In Sabari district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin leader and one of his associates during a security operation yesterday.   The leader is the suspected commander of HIG operations in the Kholbesat area of the district. He participated in attacks with the intent of degrading the Afghan government in Sabari district.   The combined force searched for the leader at a compound in the district based on intelligence reports indicating his whereabouts. The force isolated the area, calling all occupants to exit the premises peacefully.   Continuing the search, they cleared the area and interviewed local residents. During the interviews the insurgent leader identified himself to the security force and was detained. One individual with suspected ties to HIG activity was also detained for further questioning.   The force found and safely destroyed multiple IEDs, grenades, blasting caps, detonation cord and AK-47 assault rifles during the operation.   There were no shots fired or civilians harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2011-05-12","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["hig"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
June 27: Update on ISAF Operations in Southern Afghanistan  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-115  For Immediate Release An Afghan-international force conducting drug interdiction operations seized 655 kilograms of opium and 15 kilograms of heroin and detained several individuals in Garm Ser district, Helmand Province June 17.   The drugs were discovered hidden inside two trucks, and after further investigation the combined force detained several suspected drug traffickers nearby who appeared to be under the influence of drugs.   The report was held until investigators could positively identify the type of drugs.	{"name":"Several Detained in Helmand","text":"June 27: Update on ISAF Operations in Southern Afghanistan\n\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-115  For Immediate Release\n\n An Afghan-international force conducting drug interdiction operations seized 655 kilograms of opium and 15 kilograms of heroin and detained several individuals in Garm Ser district, Helmand Province June 17.   The drugs were discovered hidden inside two trucks, and after further investigation the combined force detained several suspected drug traffickers nearby who appeared to be under the influence of drugs.   The report was held until investigators could positively identify the type of drugs.","start_date":"2010-06-17","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Joint Security Forces Detain Taliban Leader in Nangarhar Province ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-133 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 12, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces detained a Taliban leader who operates in Pachir wa Agam district during a joint security operation in Nangarhar province yesterday.  The Taliban leader coordinated, organized and facilitated attacks against Government of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials and coalition forces throughout the region. He planned to gather weapons and ammunition along with improvised explosive device material for a forthcoming attack, according to recent reporting.  Security forces followed leads to a series of buildings in Surkh Rod district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search of the buildings. The security force detained the Taliban leader and one additional insurgent after initial questioning for their involvement in insurgent activities.  The security force conducted the operation without firing their weapons and no women or children were injured or detained.	{"name":"Joint Security Forces Detain Taliban Leader in Nangarhar Province","text":"Joint Security Forces Detain Taliban Leader in Nangarhar Province\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-133 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 12, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces detained a Taliban leader who operates in Pachir wa Agam district during a joint security operation in Nangarhar province yesterday.  The Taliban leader coordinated, organized and facilitated attacks against Government of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials and coalition forces throughout the region. He planned to gather weapons and ammunition along with improvised explosive device material for a forthcoming attack, according to recent reporting.  Security forces followed leads to a series of buildings in Surkh Rod district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search of the buildings. The security force detained the Taliban leader and one additional insurgent after initial questioning for their involvement in insurgent activities.  The security force conducted the operation without firing their weapons and no women or children were injured or detained.","start_date":"2011-01-11","event_type":["detention"],"province":["nangarhar"],"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}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 29) In Sharan district, Paktika province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Haqqani Network facilitator today. The facilitator distributes explosives and conducts attacks against Afghan forces. Multiple suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.	{"name":"5","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 29)\nIn Sharan district, Paktika province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Haqqani Network facilitator today. The facilitator distributes explosives and conducts attacks against Afghan forces. Multiple suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.","start_date":"2012-01-29","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktika"],"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}
SAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-018 For Immediate Release A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during a search for a Taliban facilitator in Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, yesterday. The facilitator assists the Taliban with the movement of vehicles, weapons and roadside bomb components.	{"name":"Multiple individuals detained in Nangarhar","text":"SAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-018\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\nA combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during a search for a Taliban facilitator in Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, yesterday. The facilitator assists the Taliban with the movement of vehicles, weapons and roadside bomb components.","start_date":"2011-07-06","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}
2012-06-S-036 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 20, 2012) In Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Haqqani leader today. The leader is responsible for planning and conducting attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the district, including an attack against a coalition convoy in May. During the operation, the security force detained numerous suspected insurgents.	{"name":"4","text":"2012-06-S-036\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 20, 2012)\nIn Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Haqqani leader today. The leader is responsible for planning and conducting attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the district, including an attack against a coalition convoy in May. During the operation, the security force detained numerous suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-06-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"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":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 2, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-005 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (April 2, 2011) In Helmand province, an Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF patrol killed two insurgents and detained several others while targeting a senior Taliban leader in Musa Qualah district, yesterday.   The targeted insurgent is known to be a senior Taliban commander in northern Helmand province where he facilitates the distribution of explosives and large quantities of ammunitions to subordinate leaders. He is also responsible for planning, coordinating and carrying out small-arms and improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF.   During the detention operation, one insurgent was killed when he raised an AK-47 towards the combined forces and attempted to engage them. Another insurgent was killed when he tried to throw a grenade at the combined forces. The combined forces also detained several suspected insurgents that were taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.	{"name":"Two killed and several detained in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 2, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-005 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (April 2, 2011) In Helmand province, an Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF patrol killed two insurgents and detained several others while targeting a senior Taliban leader in Musa Qualah district, yesterday.   The targeted insurgent is known to be a senior Taliban commander in northern Helmand province where he facilitates the distribution of explosives and large quantities of ammunitions to subordinate leaders. He is also responsible for planning, coordinating and carrying out small-arms and improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF.   During the detention operation, one insurgent was killed when he raised an AK-47 towards the combined forces and attempted to engage them. Another insurgent was killed when he tried to throw a grenade at the combined forces. The combined forces also detained several suspected insurgents that were taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.","start_date":"2011-04-01","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":3,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 17, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-062 For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (May 17, 2011) – An Afghan and International Security Assistance Force captured a Taliban facilitator along with several other suspected insurgents in Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province yesterday.   The Taliban facilitator was involved in building improvised explosive devices for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.    Based on numerous intelligence reports, the combined security force searched for the facilitator at a compound in the district. The force called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, ensuring the safety of all women and children. The force searched the area and following interviews with residents, identified and detained the facilitator and several of his associates.	{"name":"Several detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 17, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-062 For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (May 17, 2011) – An Afghan and International Security Assistance Force captured a Taliban facilitator along with several other suspected insurgents in Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province yesterday.   The Taliban facilitator was involved in building improvised explosive devices for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.    Based on numerous intelligence reports, the combined security force searched for the facilitator at a compound in the district. The force called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, ensuring the safety of all women and children. The force searched the area and following interviews with residents, identified and detained the facilitator and several of his associates.","start_date":"2011-05-16","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}
Afghan, Coalition Force Targets Haqqani Network Senior Leader in Khost ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-001 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 1) – Afghan and coalition security forces killed several insurgents and detained one suspected insurgent during an operation targeting a Haqqani senior leader in Khost province yesterday.  The targeted individual coordinates suicide attacks in Sabari district as well as improvised explosive device attacks against coalition forces operating in the area.  Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound east of Taraka in Sabari district to search for the targeted individual. As the security force approached, they immediately took contact from insurgents in established fighting positions. The security force responded, killing several insurgents and destroying their fighting positions.  Afghan forces then called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before the joint security force cleared the compound finding multiple grenades, automatic weapons, a pistol and IED materials, including blasting caps. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgent.    The assault force ensured the safety of the women and children for the duration of the search.	{"name":"Afghan, Coalition Force Targets Haqqani Network Senior Leader in Khost","text":"Afghan, Coalition Force Targets Haqqani Network Senior Leader in Khost\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-001 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 1) – Afghan and coalition security forces killed several insurgents and detained one suspected insurgent during an operation targeting a Haqqani senior leader in Khost province yesterday.  The targeted individual coordinates suicide attacks in Sabari district as well as improvised explosive device attacks against coalition forces operating in the area.  Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound east of Taraka in Sabari district to search for the targeted individual. As the security force approached, they immediately took contact from insurgents in established fighting positions. The security force responded, killing several insurgents and destroying their fighting positions.  Afghan forces then called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before the joint security force cleared the compound finding multiple grenades, automatic weapons, a pistol and IED materials, including blasting caps. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgent.    The assault force ensured the safety of the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-11-30","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":1,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-09-S-016 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 13, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an operation to arrest a Taliban leader in Baraki Barak district, Logar province, today. The Taliban leader is suspected of commanding dozens of insurgents and directing them in attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces in the region. The security force also seized and destroyed a rocket-propelled grenade launcher, multiple RPGs and ammunition for assault rifles and heavy machine guns.	{"name":"4","text":"2012-09-S-016\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 13, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an operation to arrest a Taliban leader in Baraki Barak district, Logar province, today. The Taliban leader is suspected of commanding dozens of insurgents and directing them in attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces in the region. The security force also seized and destroyed a rocket-propelled grenade launcher, multiple RPGs and ammunition for assault rifles and heavy machine guns.","start_date":"2012-09-13","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"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}
Taliban Commander Targeted in Helmand Operation ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-120 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 11) - Afghan and coalition forces detained several suspected insurgents in Helmand province Friday while in pursuit of a Taliban military commander operating in Nawa-ye Barakzai and Marjah districts.   The commander participates in intimidation campaigns and assassinations, including the murder of the Nawa district council chief for supporting the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.   Acting on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a series of remote compounds in Nad 'Ali district to search for the commander. Afghan and coalition forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area.  After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained six suspected insurgents. The security force found 50 pounds of wet opium at the scene, which is often trafficked to fund insurgent activity.   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.	{"name":"Taliban Commander Targeted in Helmand Operation","text":"Taliban Commander Targeted in Helmand Operation\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-120 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 11) - Afghan and coalition forces detained several suspected insurgents in Helmand province Friday while in pursuit of a Taliban military commander operating in Nawa-ye Barakzai and Marjah districts.   The commander participates in intimidation campaigns and assassinations, including the murder of the Nawa district council chief for supporting the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.   Acting on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a series of remote compounds in Nad 'Ali district to search for the commander. Afghan and coalition forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area.  After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained six suspected insurgents. The security force found 50 pounds of wet opium at the scene, which is often trafficked to fund insurgent activity.   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-09-10","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":6,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
May 15: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-05-CA-061  For Immediate Release Afghan National Security Forces with ISAF partners conducted a combined operation early Thursday morning in Malmand Chinnah, Helmand Province. Two compounds were identified as possible locations for a known senior insurgent commander.   The operation was conducted in order to search the compounds and locate the insurgent commander. After the combined force secured both compounds, Afghan Special Police conducted numerous callouts in local dialects. Multiple men, women and children came out of the compounds and were moved to a safe area for the duration of the operation.   The operation resulted in the capture of several insurgents, seizure of a small consignment of narcotics and an assault rifle.	{"name":"Several Insurgents captured in Helmand","text":"May 15: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-05-CA-061  For Immediate Release\n\n Afghan National Security Forces with ISAF partners conducted a combined operation early Thursday morning in Malmand Chinnah, Helmand Province. Two compounds were identified as possible locations for a known senior insurgent commander.   The operation was conducted in order to search the compounds and locate the insurgent commander. After the combined force secured both compounds, Afghan Special Police conducted numerous callouts in local dialects. Multiple men, women and children came out of the compounds and were moved to a safe area for the duration of the operation.   The operation resulted in the capture of several insurgents, seizure of a small consignment of narcotics and an assault rifle.","start_date":"2010-05-13","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}
2013-01-S-028 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 29, 2013) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, Monday. The leader was directly responsible for constructing, emplacing and distributing IEDs in the district. He also conducted surveillance of Afghan and coalition forces in preparation for executing IED attacks in Kandahar province. He organized the transfer and delivery of manufactured IEDs to other insurgents.	{"name":"3","text":"2013-01-S-028\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 29, 2013)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, Monday. The leader was directly responsible for constructing, emplacing and distributing IEDs in the district. He also conducted surveillance of Afghan and coalition forces in preparation for executing IED attacks in Kandahar province. He organized the transfer and delivery of manufactured IEDs to other insurgents.","start_date":"2013-01-28","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":1}
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-09-S-006 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (September 4, 2011) In Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, a coalition force patrol detained numerous insurgents during a search for a weapons cache, today. The weapons cache included one AK-47, one rocket-propelled grenade launcher, four RPG warheads, 21 RPG propellants and one pineapple grenade. The weapons were seized and will be safely destroyed at a later date.	{"name":"Numerous insurgents detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-09-S-006\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (September 4, 2011)\nIn Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, a coalition force patrol detained numerous insurgents during a search for a weapons cache, today. The weapons cache included one AK-47, one rocket-propelled grenade launcher, four RPG warheads, 21 RPG propellants and one pineapple grenade. The weapons were seized and will be safely destroyed at a later date.","start_date":"2011-09-04","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Regional Command North Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force- Afghanistan BAGHLAN, Afghanistan (July 25, 2011)– Members of 2nd Company, 5th Commando Kandak, conducted a clearing operation which resulted in the detention of an insurgent commander and discovery of multiple caches in Tangi Murch village, Burka district, July 20. The Commandos, advised by coalition Special Operations Forces, conducted the clearing operation to reduce insurgent attacks against the local population and Afghan National Security Forces in the area. As the partnered force conducted an initial reconnaissance of the village, they came under insurgent attack, which resulted in three enemy deaths and one wounded Commando. During the operation, the combined forces discovered an insurgent commander, who was then taken into custody. They also discovered a weapons cache, which consisted of materials to make improvised explosives devices, two AK-47s, 30 pounds of homemade explosives, three pressure plates, a battery pack and 100 rounds of machine gun ammunition. The items were moved to a ditch and destroyed. The destruction of multiple caches in the area disrupted insurgents’ abilities to develop an emerging threat against government officials, said a coalition SOF team leader. No civilians were harmed or property was damaged during the operation.	{"name":"Commandos Detain Insurgent Commander and Discover Multiple Caches","text":"Regional Command North\nCombined Joint Special Operations Task Force- Afghanistan\n\nBAGHLAN, Afghanistan (July 25, 2011)– Members of 2nd Company, 5th Commando Kandak, conducted a clearing operation which resulted in the detention of an insurgent commander and discovery of multiple caches in Tangi Murch village, Burka district, July 20.\n\nThe Commandos, advised by coalition Special Operations Forces, conducted the clearing operation to reduce insurgent attacks against the local population and Afghan National Security Forces in the area.\n\nAs the partnered force conducted an initial reconnaissance of the village, they came under insurgent attack, which resulted in three enemy deaths and one wounded Commando. During the operation, the combined forces discovered an insurgent commander, who was then taken into custody.\n\nThey also discovered a weapons cache, which consisted of materials to make improvised explosives devices, two AK-47s, 30 pounds of homemade explosives, three pressure plates, a battery pack and 100 rounds of machine gun ammunition. The items were moved to a ditch and destroyed.\n\nThe destruction of multiple caches in the area disrupted insurgents’ abilities to develop an emerging threat against government officials, said a coalition SOF team leader.\n\nNo civilians were harmed or property was damaged during the operation.","start_date":"2011-07-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["baghlan"],"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}
Dec. 5: Taliban Facilitator Detained in Logar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan   2009-12-CA-059  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 5) - An Afghan-international security force detained a handful of militants in Logar province including a key Taliban facilitator responsible for movement and training of militant elements in the area. The facilitator is linked to senior Taliban leadership in the province. The joint security force targeted a compound near the village of Sejawand in the Baraki Barak district where intelligence sources said the facilitator was located. The joint force searched the compound without incident and detained the militants, easily identifying the facilitator. The force recovered a number of AK-47 rifles, pistols, fragmentation grenades and chest racks fully loaded with AK-47 magazines.   No shots were fired and no one was harmed in this operation.	{"name":"Taliban Facilitator Detained in Logar","text":"Dec. 5: Taliban Facilitator Detained in Logar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan   2009-12-CA-059  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 5) - An Afghan-international security force detained a handful of militants in Logar province including a key Taliban facilitator responsible for movement and training of militant elements in the area. The facilitator is linked to senior Taliban leadership in the province.\nThe joint security force targeted a compound near the village of Sejawand in the Baraki Barak district where intelligence sources said the facilitator was located. The joint force searched the compound without incident and detained the militants, easily identifying the facilitator. The force recovered a number of AK-47 rifles, pistols, fragmentation grenades and chest racks fully loaded with AK-47 magazines.   No shots were fired and no one was harmed in this operation.","start_date":"2009-12-05","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 1, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-001 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (April 1, 2011)  Also in Kandahar City, a separate Afghan and coalition force detained a Taliban IED expert during a security operation, yesterday. The facilitator received explosive device materials from Pakistan and re-distributed them throughout Kandahar City. He also coordinated attacks with other senior Taliban facilitators.   The security force followed leads to a targeted location in the district, where they conducted a search after securing the compound. The facilitator was detained after initial questioning at the scene. The security force ensured the safety of all civilians through the duration of the operation.	{"name":"Taliban facilitator detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 1, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-001 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (April 1, 2011)  Also in Kandahar City, a separate Afghan and coalition force detained a Taliban IED expert during a security operation, yesterday. The facilitator received explosive device materials from Pakistan and re-distributed them throughout Kandahar City. He also coordinated attacks with other senior Taliban facilitators.   The security force followed leads to a targeted location in the district, where they conducted a search after securing the compound. The facilitator was detained after initial questioning at the scene. The security force ensured the safety of all civilians through the duration of the operation.","start_date":"2011-03-31","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}
2011-11-S-023 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured two Taliban leaders during a security operation in Musa Qal’ah district, Helmand province, Monday. The leaders coordinated the movement of insurgent fighters in the Musa Qal’ah district, conducted attacks against coalition forces and distributed roadside bombs throughout the region. The security force also detained multiple additional suspected insurgents during the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"2011-11-S-023\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured two Taliban leaders during a security operation in Musa Qal’ah district, Helmand province, Monday.\n\nThe leaders coordinated the movement of insurgent fighters in the Musa Qal’ah district, conducted attacks against coalition forces and distributed roadside bombs throughout the region.\n\nThe security force also detained multiple additional suspected insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2011-11-14","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"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":2}
Dec. 24: Militants Detained in Helmand, Kandahar, Khowst; Caches Discovered; ISAF Casualties NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2009-12-CA–080 For Immediate Release In an operation in Khowst, an Afghan-international security force detained about a dozen suspected Haqqani militants and recovered illegal weapons. The security force moved into a series of compounds in the Sabari district after intelligence sources found a concentration of militant activity. After an extensive search, the security force detained the militants. The joint force also found AK-47 rifles and pistols.	{"name":"About a dozen suspected Haqqani militants detained","text":"Dec. 24: Militants Detained in Helmand, Kandahar, Khowst; Caches Discovered; ISAF Casualties\n\nNEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2009-12-CA–080\nFor Immediate Release\n\nIn an operation in Khowst, an Afghan-international security force detained about a dozen suspected Haqqani militants and recovered illegal weapons.\nThe security force moved into a series of compounds in the Sabari district after intelligence sources found a concentration of militant activity. After an extensive search, the security force detained the militants. The joint force also found AK-47 rifles and pistols.","start_date":"2009-12-24","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":10,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
July 6: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Ghazni, Helmand, Logar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-07-CA-028  For Immediate Release  In an operation in the same area of Helmand Province Saturday, a combined security force captured a Taliban commander suspected of facilitating weapons and suicide bombers, as well as a number of suspected Taliban fighters.	{"name":"Taliban Commander Captured in Helmand","text":"July 6: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Ghazni, Helmand, Logar\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-07-CA-028  For Immediate Release\n In an operation in the same area of Helmand Province Saturday, a combined security force captured a Taliban commander suspected of facilitating weapons and suicide bombers, as well as a number of suspected Taliban fighters.","start_date":"2010-07-03","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"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":1}
2013-01-S-026 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 27, 2013) – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province, yesterday. The leader facilitated the movement of weapons, ammunition, fighters and equipment into Washer district for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He also directed the emplacement of improvised explosive devices and targeted Afghan National Army officers throughout Helmand province for assassination. During the operation, the security force also detained three suspected insurgents.	{"name":"1","text":"2013-01-S-026\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 27, 2013) – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province, yesterday.\nThe leader facilitated the movement of weapons, ammunition, fighters and equipment into Washer district for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He also directed the emplacement of improvised explosive devices and targeted Afghan National Army officers throughout Helmand province for assassination.\nDuring the operation, the security force also detained three suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2013-01-26","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}
Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Kandahar Attack Network Facilitator ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-179 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 16) – Afghan and coalition forces detained several suspects as they targeted a Taliban improvised explosive device facilitator during a security operation in Kandahar province yesterday.  Intelligence reports indicate the targeted individual has ties to the Zharay IED network. He collects and distributes IEDs, weapons and supplies supporting terrorist activities throughout multiple areas in Kandahar to include Panjwa’i district.   The joint security team detained the suspects after Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call the occupants out of the building peacefully before they searched for the individual who operates in the Panjwa’i district. The security team detained the individuals peacefully 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":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Kandahar Attack Network Facilitator","text":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Kandahar Attack Network Facilitator\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-179 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 16) – Afghan and coalition forces detained several suspects as they targeted a Taliban improvised explosive device facilitator during a security operation in Kandahar province yesterday.  Intelligence reports indicate the targeted individual has ties to the Zharay IED network. He collects and distributes IEDs, weapons and supplies supporting terrorist activities throughout multiple areas in Kandahar to include Panjwa’i district.   The joint security team detained the suspects after Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call the occupants out of the building peacefully before they searched for the individual who operates in the Panjwa’i district. The security team detained the individuals peacefully 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":"2010-12-16","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"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}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 18) In Chorah district, Uruzgan province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader yesterday. The leader constructs improvised explosive devices and procures weapons for insurgents. The security force detained two suspected insurgents during the operation.	{"name":"2","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 18)\nIn Chorah district, Uruzgan province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader yesterday. The leader constructs improvised explosive devices and procures weapons for insurgents. The security force detained two suspected insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2012-01-17","event_type":["detention"],"province":["uruzgan"],"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}
Regional Command North Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force- Afghanistan KUNDUZ, Afghanistan (July 17, 2011) – Members of 3rd Company, 5th Commando Kandak, conducted operations in Sufi Qut village, Qal’ eh ye Zal district, July 12, which resulted in the discovery of counterfeit money and the detention of four insurgents. The Commandos, advised by coalition Special Operations Forces, conducted the search operations to disrupt insurgent activity and reduce future threats to the area. During the operations, the combined forces received information regarding an insurgent commander residing in the area. They immediately conducted a search and discovered a man who identified himself as an insurgent sub-commander. An hour later, the combined forces discovered an insurgent commander, who also positively identified himself and other inhabitants in the building. In the past, this particular insurgent commander ordered the execution of two local police as they were walking home from their combat outposts. He also faces charges of conducting an improvised explosive device attack against Afghan National Police officers causing injury to five police officers and organizing an ambush on Afghan Local Police candidates, resulting in seven wounded police trainees. The combined forces continued the search and discovered two more suspected insurgents. One was in possession of $2500 worth of counterfeit U.S. bills. The suspect initially stated it was from the sale of a car. The Commando Kandak commander later stated it was used to pay suicide bombers. “This operation led to an increase in security for the local people residing in Sufi Qut village, due to the removal of several insurgents who were operating in the area,” said a member of the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force-Afghanistan. The four suspected insurgents are currently in the custody of the Commandos, pending further investigation.	{"name":"Afghan and Coalition Forces Disrupt Insurgent Counterfeit Money Operation","text":"Regional Command North\nCombined Joint Special Operations Task Force- Afghanistan\n\nKUNDUZ, Afghanistan (July 17, 2011) – Members of 3rd Company, 5th Commando Kandak, conducted operations in Sufi Qut village, Qal’ eh ye Zal district, July 12, which resulted in the discovery of counterfeit money and the detention of four insurgents.\n\nThe Commandos, advised by coalition Special Operations Forces, conducted the search operations to disrupt insurgent activity and reduce future threats to the area.\n\nDuring the operations, the combined forces received information regarding an insurgent commander residing in the area. They immediately conducted a search and discovered a man who identified himself as an insurgent sub-commander.\n\nAn hour later, the combined forces discovered an insurgent commander, who also positively identified himself and other inhabitants in the building. In the past, this particular insurgent commander ordered the execution of two local police as they were walking home from their combat outposts. He also faces charges of conducting an improvised explosive device attack against Afghan National Police officers causing injury to five police officers and organizing an ambush on Afghan Local Police candidates, resulting in seven wounded police trainees.\n\nThe combined forces continued the search and discovered two more suspected insurgents. One was in possession of $2500 worth of counterfeit U.S. bills. The suspect initially stated it was from the sale of a car. The Commando Kandak commander later stated it was used to pay suicide bombers.\n\n“This operation led to an increase in security for the local people residing in Sufi Qut village, due to the removal of several insurgents who were operating in the area,” said a member of the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force-Afghanistan.\n\nThe four suspected insurgents are currently in the custody of the Commandos, pending further investigation.","start_date":"2011-07-12","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kunduz"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-11-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 2, 2012) Afghan and coalition forces today confirmed the arrest of a Haqqani leader in Logar province Tuesday. The arrested leader is alleged to have organized and executed IED attacks.	{"name":"4","text":"2012-11-S-002 \n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 2, 2012)\nAfghan and coalition forces today confirmed the arrest of a Haqqani leader in Logar province Tuesday. The arrested leader is alleged to have organized and executed IED attacks.","start_date":"2012-10-30","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"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":1}