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Coalition Troops Detain Wanted Insurgent Leader
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-332
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 30) - Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local civilians led Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces to detain an insurgent leader during a combined operation in Uruzgan province today.
The insurgent was a key leader and facilitator who commanded an insurgent cell that was responsible for the manufacture and emplacement of improvised explosive device in the Mirabad area and who had been trained in Pakistan.
The joint force knocked at the door of the home he was reported to be staying at. They were invited in, and arrested the insurgent leader and another man without incident.
The detainees are being held at an ISAF base for processing and further questioning. | {"name":"Coalition Troops Detain Wanted Insurgent Leader","text":"Coalition Troops Detain Wanted Insurgent Leader\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-332
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 30) - Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local civilians led Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces to detain an insurgent leader during a combined operation in Uruzgan province today.
The insurgent was a key leader and facilitator who commanded an insurgent cell that was responsible for the manufacture and emplacement of improvised explosive device in the Mirabad area and who had been trained in Pakistan.
The joint force knocked at the door of the home he was reported to be staying at. They were invited in, and arrested the insurgent leader and another man without incident.
The detainees are being held at an ISAF base for processing and further questioning.","start_date":"2010-09-30","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":1} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 17, 2011
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-06-S-054
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 17, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected Taliban insurgents during an overnight security operation in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday.
The individuals were detained while the Afghan-led security force was searching for a senior Haqqani network leader who conducts roadside bomb attacks in throughout Sabari.
The security force searched a compound when they discovered the individuals. The force decided to apprehend the men after initial questioning. They were taken for further questioning. | {"name":"Numerous suspected Taliban insurgents detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 17, 2011\nISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-054 \nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 17, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected Taliban insurgents during an overnight security operation in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. \n\nThe individuals were detained while the Afghan-led security force was searching for a senior Haqqani network leader who conducts roadside bomb attacks in throughout Sabari. \n\nThe security force searched a compound when they discovered the individuals. The force decided to apprehend the men after initial questioning. They were taken for further questioning. ","start_date":"2011-06-16","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Taliban Commander, IED Facilitator Captured in Paktiya
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-052 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 5) - An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban commander and facilitator in Paktiya province Saturday.
The commander was linked to an improvised explosive device attack that killed four U.S. soldiers on Highway 1 this week, while the facilitator was also involved in IED attacks.
Acting on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound in Lewan in Gardez district, to search for the facilitator. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area.
After questioning all the residents, the security force identified and detained the commander, facilitator and two of their associates.
The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.
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UPDATE: Logar-based Taliban Leaders Captured
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-062 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 6) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed another key capture during an Afghan and coalition security force operation in Paktiya province Saturday.
The operation resulted in the capture of Abdul Baqi, a Logar-based Taliban sub-commander responsible for command-wire improvised explosive device attacks.
Additionally, the security force captured Mullah Khalil, another Taliban commander, and Qari Habibullah, a Taliban facilitator, which ISAF announced in a previous release.
The group is linked to several IED attacks including one that killed four US soldiers on Highway 1 August 31.
"Sources in Logar indicate Taliban leadership there tried to hide the fact that three of their leaders were indeed captured and worried how the captures would affect their Logar group," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "However, they were readily identified by Afghan and coalition forces, and now can be prosecuted for their crimes against Afghanistan."
Acting on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound in Lewan in Gardez district, and searched the area. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning all the residents, the security force identified and detained the commanders, facilitator and another insurgent, who admitted to participating in attacks against Forward Operating Base Shank.
"This was another extremely successful Afghan-led operation. This operation not only brought to justice dangerous individuals directly involved with coalition force deaths, but it severely degraded the Taliban network leadership in Logar province," said Torres. "We'll continue targeting this network until safety and security are realities for the Logar residents."
The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search. | {"name":"Taliban Commander, IED Facilitator Captured in Paktiya","text":"Taliban Commander, IED Facilitator Captured in Paktiya\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-052 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 5) - An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban commander and facilitator in Paktiya province Saturday.
The commander was linked to an improvised explosive device attack that killed four U.S. soldiers on Highway 1 this week, while the facilitator was also involved in IED attacks.
Acting on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound in Lewan in Gardez district, to search for the facilitator. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area.
After questioning all the residents, the security force identified and detained the commander, facilitator and two of their associates.
The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.\n\n---\n\nUPDATE: Logar-based Taliban Leaders Captured\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-062 For Immediate Release\nDownload PDF\nDownload PDF \n KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 6) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed another key capture during an Afghan and coalition security force operation in Paktiya province Saturday.
The operation resulted in the capture of Abdul Baqi, a Logar-based Taliban sub-commander responsible for command-wire improvised explosive device attacks.
Additionally, the security force captured Mullah Khalil, another Taliban commander, and Qari Habibullah, a Taliban facilitator, which ISAF announced in a previous release.
The group is linked to several IED attacks including one that killed four US soldiers on Highway 1 August 31.
\"Sources in Logar indicate Taliban leadership there tried to hide the fact that three of their leaders were indeed captured and worried how the captures would affect their Logar group,\" said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. \"However, they were readily identified by Afghan and coalition forces, and now can be prosecuted for their crimes against Afghanistan.\"
Acting on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound in Lewan in Gardez district, and searched the area. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning all the residents, the security force identified and detained the commanders, facilitator and another insurgent, who admitted to participating in attacks against Forward Operating Base Shank.
\"This was another extremely successful Afghan-led operation. This operation not only brought to justice dangerous individuals directly involved with coalition force deaths, but it severely degraded the Taliban network leadership in Logar province,\" said Torres. \"We'll continue targeting this network until safety and security are realities for the Logar residents.\"
The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.","start_date":"2010-09-04","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"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":2} |
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-08-S-079
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (August 30, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition force patrol detained an insurgent leader and numerous other suspected insurgents during an operation in Bala Boluk district, Farah province, yesterday.
The leader was responsible for supplying lethal aid used in attacks against ANSF and coalition forces. The patrol seized and safely destroyed one 105 mm artillery round and a quantity of small arms ammunition.
The detainees were taken in by Afghan Security Forces for further questioning. | {"name":"Insurgent leader and numerous others detained in Farah","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-079\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 30, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition force patrol detained an insurgent leader and numerous other suspected insurgents during an operation in Bala Boluk district, Farah province, yesterday. \n\nThe leader was responsible for supplying lethal aid used in attacks against ANSF and coalition forces. The patrol seized and safely destroyed one 105 mm artillery round and a quantity of small arms ammunition. \n\nThe detainees were taken in by Afghan Security Forces for further questioning. ","start_date":"2011-08-29","event_type":["detention"],"province":["farah"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":5,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1} |
UPDATE: ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 11, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-032
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 11) – International Security Assistance Forces conducted a precision air strike targeting two Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan leaders in Dara Soof Payan district, Samangan province, yesterday.
A senior IMU leader and liaison to the Taliban network in Kunduz, Bilal Konduzi was involved in the facilitation and planning of suicide operations throughout northern Afghanistan, and maintained contact with other senior IMU leaders, for the purpose of coordinating logistics and personnel in northern Afghanistan.
He maintained significant connections to IMU military leaders in Kunduz, Baghlan, Takhar, and Badakshan provinces. He coordinated weapons transportation and trained suicide bombers for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.
Shad Mohammad, the other leader targeted, was an IMU leader who ran the IMU network in Samangan province. He was also in direct communication with Burkah district-based IMU leaders associated with Mazar-e-Sharif attack planning.
Security forces called in the precision airstrike after receiving intelligence reports that the IMU leaders and other suspected insurgents were isolated in a remote mountainous region of Dara Soof Payan district. The coalition forces ensured no civilians or compounds were in the immediate area.
A follow on force confirmed Konduzi, Mohammad, and four other insurgents were killed during the airstrike. | {"name":"IMU leaders targeted in Samangan","text":"UPDATE: ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 11, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-032
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 11) – International Security Assistance Forces conducted a precision air strike targeting two Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan leaders in Dara Soof Payan district, Samangan province, yesterday.
A senior IMU leader and liaison to the Taliban network in Kunduz, Bilal Konduzi was involved in the facilitation and planning of suicide operations throughout northern Afghanistan, and maintained contact with other senior IMU leaders, for the purpose of coordinating logistics and personnel in northern Afghanistan.
He maintained significant connections to IMU military leaders in Kunduz, Baghlan, Takhar, and Badakshan provinces. He coordinated weapons transportation and trained suicide bombers for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.
Shad Mohammad, the other leader targeted, was an IMU leader who ran the IMU network in Samangan province. He was also in direct communication with Burkah district-based IMU leaders associated with Mazar-e-Sharif attack planning.
Security forces called in the precision airstrike after receiving intelligence reports that the IMU leaders and other suspected insurgents were isolated in a remote mountainous region of Dara Soof Payan district. The coalition forces ensured no civilians or compounds were in the immediate area.
A follow on force confirmed Konduzi, Mohammad, and four other insurgents were killed during the airstrike.","start_date":"2011-03-09","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["samangan"],"target_group":["imu"],"min_killed":6,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":2,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Update: Armed protester shot after aiming weapon at ISAF personnel
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-167
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 16) - Initial reports indicate a protest of approximately 100 Afghan civilians turned violent when protesters began throwing rocks at coalition forces guarding Forward Operating Base Mirwais in the Chorah district of Uruzgan province today.
According to reports, a protester aimed an AK-47 at International Security Assistance Force servicemembers located in a guard tower. An ISAF servicemember shot the man in accordance with the rules of engagement. Protesters pulled the man away before ISAF servicemembers were able to identify his status. The protest is reported to have been held in response to an alleged Quran burning inside of the FOB Wednesday. The suspected burning was a routine burn-pit session in which ISAF documents are destroyed. | {"name":"Update: Armed protester shot after aiming weapon at ISAF personnel","text":"Update: Armed protester shot after aiming weapon at ISAF personnel\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-167
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 16) - Initial reports indicate a protest of approximately 100 Afghan civilians turned violent when protesters began throwing rocks at coalition forces guarding Forward Operating Base Mirwais in the Chorah district of Uruzgan province today.
According to reports, a protester aimed an AK-47 at International Security Assistance Force servicemembers located in a guard tower. An ISAF servicemember shot the man in accordance with the rules of engagement. Protesters pulled the man away before ISAF servicemembers were able to identify his status. The protest is reported to have been held in response to an alleged Quran burning inside of the FOB Wednesday. The suspected burning was a routine burn-pit session in which ISAF documents are destroyed.","start_date":"2010-09-16","event_type":["exchangeoffire"],"province":["uruzgan"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 4, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-009
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 4, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during a raid in Zharay district, Kandahar province, yesterday.
The leader was responsible for procuring weapons, setting up attacks and recruiting new fighters. He maintained close connections with several Pakistan based Taliban leaders and key associates.
The combined force targeted an area suspected of insurgent activity, based on multiple intelligence reports. Security forces isolated the compound before calling all occupants to exit peacefully. After ensuring the safety of all women and children, the security force commenced their search. The Taliban leader was identified and detained after initial questioning.
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ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 6, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-015
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 6, 2011)
An Afghan and coalition force discovered a vehicle-borne IED emplaced in a motorcycle during the capture of a Taliban leader in Kandahar City, Kandahar province, April 4. The leader was in charge of a team that conducted IED and small-arms attacks in the areas south and southeast of Kandahar City and was planning on employing the VBIED in the future.
The security force was led to the cell leader’s compound based on numerous intelligence sources and tips from local citizens. While searching the compound, security forces discovered the motorcycle packed with homemade explosives and an artillery round under the seat and also discovered a receiver and transponder designed to allow for remote detonation. The motorcycle gas tank was filled with ammonium nitrate. The motorcycle and materials were safely destroyed prior to the departure of the force. The Taliban leader was detained, along with two other suspected Taliban insurgents.
Editor’s note: The above operation was announced in the ISAF Joint Command morning operational update yesterday. A photo link is at the end of this release. | {"name":"Taliban leader detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 4, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-009
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 4, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during a raid in Zharay district, Kandahar province, yesterday.
The leader was responsible for procuring weapons, setting up attacks and recruiting new fighters. He maintained close connections with several Pakistan based Taliban leaders and key associates.
The combined force targeted an area suspected of insurgent activity, based on multiple intelligence reports. Security forces isolated the compound before calling all occupants to exit peacefully. After ensuring the safety of all women and children, the security force commenced their search. The Taliban leader was identified and detained after initial questioning.\n\n----\n\nISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 6, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-015
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 6, 2011)
An Afghan and coalition force discovered a vehicle-borne IED emplaced in a motorcycle during the capture of a Taliban leader in Kandahar City, Kandahar province, April 4. The leader was in charge of a team that conducted IED and small-arms attacks in the areas south and southeast of Kandahar City and was planning on employing the VBIED in the future.
The security force was led to the cell leader’s compound based on numerous intelligence sources and tips from local citizens. While searching the compound, security forces discovered the motorcycle packed with homemade explosives and an artillery round under the seat and also discovered a receiver and transponder designed to allow for remote detonation. The motorcycle gas tank was filled with ammonium nitrate. The motorcycle and materials were safely destroyed prior to the departure of the force. The Taliban leader was detained, along with two other suspected Taliban insurgents.
Editor’s note: The above operation was announced in the ISAF Joint Command morning operational update yesterday. A photo link is at the end of this release.","start_date":"2011-04-04","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} |
Regional Command South
Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force- Afghanistan
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (July 8, 2011)– At least eight insurgents were killed after they attempted an attack against coalition Special Operation Forces (SOF) of Special Operations Task Force – South, in the Khakrez district of southern Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, July 1.
Insurgents attacked SOF with small arms and machine gun fire during a meeting with village elders to promote ongoing village stability programs within the area.
The SOF team was able to positively identify the insurgents at which time they called for air support.
U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt aircraft responded and performed multiple gun runs on the insurgents. Afterword, coalition forces were able to confirm that eight insurgents were killed. Three of the killed insurgents were seen being carried away by insurgents in a truck, according to reports from the aerial reconnaissance team.
Following the engagement, the SOF team was able to recover several items from the insurgents, including multiple AK-47 rifles, multiple rocket-propelled grenade rounds, and components used to construct improvised explosive devices.
No civilian casualties or property damage resulted from these operations. | {"name":"8 Insurgents Killed During Attack on Special Operation Forces","text":"Regional Command South\nCombined Joint Special Operations Task Force- Afghanistan\n\nKANDAHAR, Afghanistan (July 8, 2011)– At least eight insurgents were killed after they attempted an attack against coalition Special Operation Forces (SOF) of Special Operations Task Force – South, in the Khakrez district of southern Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, July 1. \n\nInsurgents attacked SOF with small arms and machine gun fire during a meeting with village elders to promote ongoing village stability programs within the area. \n\nThe SOF team was able to positively identify the insurgents at which time they called for air support. \n\nU.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt aircraft responded and performed multiple gun runs on the insurgents. Afterword, coalition forces were able to confirm that eight insurgents were killed. Three of the killed insurgents were seen being carried away by insurgents in a truck, according to reports from the aerial reconnaissance team. \n\nFollowing the engagement, the SOF team was able to recover several items from the insurgents, including multiple AK-47 rifles, multiple rocket-propelled grenade rounds, and components used to construct improvised explosive devices. \n\nNo civilian casualties or property damage resulted from these operations.","start_date":"2011-07-01","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":8,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Security Force Captures IED Cell Commander, Suspected Insurgents
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-120
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 11) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected Taliban insurgents in Kandahar province Tuesday, including an improvised explosive device cell commander who directed and facilitated suicide bomber attacks within Kandahar City.
The security force targeted a compound in Kandahar City to search for the commander. Afghan forces called for all residents to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning the residents, the assault force detained the commander and other suspected insurgents. High explosive material was also found and destroyed at the scene.
"Suicide bombers are part of the reason for an increase in civilian casualties in Afghanistan," said Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "Now there is one less-commander out there giving orders which result in the death of innocent civilians."
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search. | {"name":"Security Force Captures IED Cell Commander, Suspected Insurgents","text":"Security Force Captures IED Cell Commander, Suspected Insurgents\n
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-120
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 11) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected Taliban insurgents in Kandahar province Tuesday, including an improvised explosive device cell commander who directed and facilitated suicide bomber attacks within Kandahar City.
The security force targeted a compound in Kandahar City to search for the commander. Afghan forces called for all residents to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning the residents, the assault force detained the commander and other suspected insurgents. High explosive material was also found and destroyed at the scene.
\"Suicide bombers are part of the reason for an increase in civilian casualties in Afghanistan,\" said Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. \"Now there is one less-commander out there giving orders which result in the death of innocent civilians.\"
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.","start_date":"2010-08-10","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":1} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 26, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-078
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 26, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition force captured a Taliban facilitator during a security operation in Gelan district, Ghazni province, yesterday. The facilitator was involved in the acquisition of supplies and equipment to conduct surveillance and attacks on coalition forces.
The security force targeted a compound based on numerous intelligence tips. The force isolated the area and called for all occupants to exit the buildings. After all residents were secured, the force conducted interviews with the occupants. Based on the interviews, the force identified and detained the facilitator. There were no shots fired during the operation. | {"name":"Taliban facilitator detained in Ghazni","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 26, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-078
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 26, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition force captured a Taliban facilitator during a security operation in Gelan district, Ghazni province, yesterday. The facilitator was involved in the acquisition of supplies and equipment to conduct surveillance and attacks on coalition forces.
The security force targeted a compound based on numerous intelligence tips. The force isolated the area and called for all occupants to exit the buildings. After all residents were secured, the force conducted interviews with the occupants. Based on the interviews, the force identified and detained the facilitator. There were no shots fired during the operation.","start_date":"2011-04-25","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Feb. 4: Afghan-International Security Force Searches Compounds in Ghazni Province
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-02-CA-025
For Immediate Release
In Helmand yesterday, a joint security force searched a vehicle northwest of Marjah in Nad Ali district after intelligence information indicated militant activity. The force discovered several AK-47s, a rocket-propelled grenade launcher, several RPG rounds, handheld radios and a machine gun. The men in the car were detained for further questioning. | {"name":"2 suspects detained in Helmand","text":"Feb. 4: Afghan-International Security Force Searches Compounds in Ghazni Province\nNEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-02-CA-025
For Immediate Release\n\n In Helmand yesterday, a joint security force searched a vehicle northwest of Marjah in Nad Ali district after intelligence information indicated militant activity. The force discovered several AK-47s, a rocket-propelled grenade launcher, several RPG rounds, handheld radios and a machine gun. The men in the car were detained for further questioning.","start_date":"2010-02-03","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 30, 2011
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-05-S-110
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 30, 2011)
In central Helmand province yesterday, a combined Afghan and coalition force operation seized 657 pounds (298 kgs) of opium. Two men were detained during the operation and taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning. | {"name":"Two detained in Central Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 30, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-05-S-110
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 30, 2011)
In central Helmand province yesterday, a combined Afghan and coalition force operation seized 657 pounds (298 kgs) of opium. Two men were detained during the operation and taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.","start_date":"2011-05-29","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Mar. 25: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-105
For Immediate Release
Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF partners captured several suspected insurgents Monday, including an IED facilitator, southwest of Lashkar Gah, in Helmand Province.
After surrounding the compound in which suspected insurgents were located, Afghan forces called for the people to come out. After questioning, several of the men were detained.
One woman and eight children were protected throughout this operation.
These operations were a continuation of efforts to eliminate the IED threat against the Afghan people and Afghan and ISAF troops.
No shots were fired, and no Afghan civilians were harmed during these operations. | {"name":"Several Suspected Insurgents Detained in Helmand","text":"Mar. 25: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nNEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-105
For Immediate Release\n Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF partners captured several suspected insurgents Monday, including an IED facilitator, southwest of Lashkar Gah, in Helmand Province.\n After surrounding the compound in which suspected insurgents were located, Afghan forces called for the people to come out. After questioning, several of the men were detained.\n One woman and eight children were protected throughout this operation.\n These operations were a continuation of efforts to eliminate the IED threat against the Afghan people and Afghan and ISAF troops.\n No shots were fired, and no Afghan civilians were harmed during these operations.","start_date":"2010-03-22","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Mar. 12: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-053
For Immediate Release
In a separate operation Wednesday in the Sunjari Village of the Jharai district, Kandahar Province, ANA forces captured two insurgents who had been under surveillance for several weeks. | {"name":"2 Insurgents captured in Kandahar","text":"Mar. 12: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nNEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-053
For Immediate Release\n\n In a separate operation Wednesday in the Sunjari Village of the Jharai district, Kandahar Province, ANA forces captured two insurgents who had been under surveillance for several weeks.","start_date":"2010-03-10","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"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} |
2012-05-S-029
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 17)
An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, today. The leader conducts roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition troops throughout Marjeh. He also supplies weapons, ammunition and explosives to the insurgents under his control. Several suspected insurgents were detained during the operation. | {"name":"4","text":"2012-05-S-029\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (May 17)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, today. The leader conducts roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition troops throughout Marjeh. He also supplies weapons, ammunition and explosives to the insurgents under his control. Several suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.","start_date":"2012-05-17","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} |
Afghan, Coalition Forces Air Assault into Nuristan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-092
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 25, 2011) – Afghan and coalition forces air assaulted into Do-ab district, Nuristan province today to assess insurgent activity.
There have been many claims the district was overrun today. However, the Afghan National Police post commander for the district center said his post was not overrun by insurgents. The combined force will continue to assess insurgent activity in the area.
The combined force came under small arms fire upon landing from an unknown number of insurgents. The combined force returned fire and called for close air support, suppressing the enemy fire and killing more than 10 insurgents.
Initial reporting from the combined force engagement indicates there was no damage to property and no civilians injured.
“We have seen the insurgent claims in the media. Our Afghan and coalition forces are on the ground. There is some fighting however no indication at this time the district was ever overrun. The ground force commander continues to develop the situation on the ground,” said Col. Hans Bush, ISAF Joint Command spokesman. | {"name":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Air Assault into Nuristan","text":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Air Assault into Nuristan\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-092
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 25, 2011) – Afghan and coalition forces air assaulted into Do-ab district, Nuristan province today to assess insurgent activity.
There have been many claims the district was overrun today. However, the Afghan National Police post commander for the district center said his post was not overrun by insurgents. The combined force will continue to assess insurgent activity in the area.
The combined force came under small arms fire upon landing from an unknown number of insurgents. The combined force returned fire and called for close air support, suppressing the enemy fire and killing more than 10 insurgents.
Initial reporting from the combined force engagement indicates there was no damage to property and no civilians injured.
“We have seen the insurgent claims in the media. Our Afghan and coalition forces are on the ground. There is some fighting however no indication at this time the district was ever overrun. The ground force commander continues to develop the situation on the ground,” said Col. Hans Bush, ISAF Joint Command spokesman.","start_date":"2011-05-25","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["nuristan"],"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} |
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 26) – An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, today.
The leader controlled and equipped multiple insurgent cells as well as planned their attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.
The security force killed one insurgent and detained two others during the operation. | {"name":"1","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 26) – An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, today.\nThe leader controlled and equipped multiple insurgent cells as well as planned their attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.\nThe security force killed one insurgent and detained two others during the operation.","start_date":"2012-02-26","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":3,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1} |
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 27, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-101
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 28, 2011)
Afghan and coalition forces discovered drug caches in Zharay district, Kandahar province yesterday.
The caches discovered during security operations consisted of 3,307 pounds (1500 kilograms) of hashish. 23 men were also detained by security forces for further questioning. | {"name":"23 detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 27, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-101
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 28, 2011)
Afghan and coalition forces discovered drug caches in Zharay district, Kandahar province yesterday.
The caches discovered during security operations consisted of 3,307 pounds (1500 kilograms) of hashish. 23 men were also detained by security forces for further questioning.","start_date":"2011-05-27","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":23,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-06-S-027
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 15, 2012)
An Afghan-led security force, supported by coalition troops, conducted an operation to capture a Haqqani leader in Sabari district, Khost province, today. The Haqqani leader commands an improvise explosive device cell which conducts attacks throughout the region. The security force detained two suspected insurgents and seized one rifle and small-arms ammunition during the operation. | {"name":"4","text":"2012-06-S-027\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 15, 2012)\nAn Afghan-led security force, supported by coalition troops, conducted an operation to capture a Haqqani leader in Sabari district, Khost province, today. The Haqqani leader commands an improvise explosive device cell which conducts attacks throughout the region. The security force detained two suspected insurgents and seized one rifle and small-arms ammunition during the operation.","start_date":"2012-06-15","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":0} |
2012-07-S-001
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 1, 2012)
In Ahmadabad district, Paktiya province, an Afghan and coalition force conducted a security operation in search of a Haqqani leader Saturday. During the operation, the security force identified an armed group of insurgents at a Haqqani camp. After assessing that there were no civilians in the area, the security force engaged the insurgents with a precision airstrike. After the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment which confirmed numerous insurgents had been killed and that no civilians had been harmed or civilian property damaged by the airstrike. | {"name":"4","text":"2012-07-S-001\nFor Immediate Release\n\n \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (July 1, 2012)\nIn Ahmadabad district, Paktiya province, an Afghan and coalition force conducted a security operation in search of a Haqqani leader Saturday. During the operation, the security force identified an armed group of insurgents at a Haqqani camp. After assessing that there were no civilians in the area, the security force engaged the insurgents with a precision airstrike. After the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment which confirmed numerous insurgents had been killed and that no civilians had been harmed or civilian property damaged by the airstrike. ","start_date":"2012-06-30","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["paktya"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":4,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 18, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-052
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 18, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition force captured the Haqqani Network leader responsible for two lethal attacks against coalition forces within the past 24 hours, during a security operation in Terayzai district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader coordinated the transfer of weapons and explosives, as well as provided direction for attacks against Afghan National Army and coalition forces.
Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound in the district. After isolating the compound, Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the premises peacefully. The security force ensured the safety of the women and children before conducting their search. After initial questioning, the facilitator identified himself, prompting the security force to detain him. Several additional suspected insurgents were also detained for further questioning. The security force also found and destroyed multiple small arms weapons. There were no shots fired during the operation. | {"name":"Haqqani leader detained with several others in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 18, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-052
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 18, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition force captured the Haqqani Network leader responsible for two lethal attacks against coalition forces within the past 24 hours, during a security operation in Terayzai district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader coordinated the transfer of weapons and explosives, as well as provided direction for attacks against Afghan National Army and coalition forces.
Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound in the district. After isolating the compound, Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the premises peacefully. The security force ensured the safety of the women and children before conducting their search. After initial questioning, the facilitator identified himself, prompting the security force to detain him. Several additional suspected insurgents were also detained for further questioning. The security force also found and destroyed multiple small arms weapons. There were no shots fired during the operation.","start_date":"2011-04-17","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"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} |
2013-01-S-020
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 20, 2013)
An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader planned and directed suicide attacks against Afghan and coalition forces and coordinated the movement of materials used to build suicide vests. He also provided direct financial support to the Taliban. | {"name":"2","text":"2013-01-S-020\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 20, 2013) \nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader planned and directed suicide attacks against Afghan and coalition forces and coordinated the movement of materials used to build suicide vests. He also provided direct financial support to the Taliban.","start_date":"2013-01-20","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
2010-12-S-336
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 30) – Forces detained a key Taliban facilitator linked to the murder of a local Afghan in March in Kandahar province yesterday.
Afghan and coalition forces conducted the operation against the Taliban facilitator who was responsible for supplying, planning and reporting attacks against coalition forces detaining the targeted individual and four additional suspects.
Evidence at the site linked the man to a murdered Afghan found in March in the Zharay district of the province. The murdered man was found with a Taliban night letter stating, “People working with Americans will be killed and they have no right to complain.”
Night letters are a Taliban weapon used to intimidate local Afghans. The letters, bearing the Taliban letterhead, deliver threats of death and harassment to locals who either refuse to support terrorist efforts or maintain support of coalition efforts, or both.
“We will not let these senseless murders go without reprisal,” said U.S. Army Lt. Col. Patrick Hynes, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. “We will continue to track down and capture those responsible for crimes against local citizens who are standing up for a terror-free life.”
Forces followed leads to a series of buildings in the Kandahar district. The joint forces questioned the occupants at the location and conducted a search. The targeted individual and additional suspects were detained based on initial questioning and evidence gathered 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 Link Taliban Member with Night Letter Found on Murdered Afghan","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-336
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 30) – Forces detained a key Taliban facilitator linked to the murder of a local Afghan in March in Kandahar province yesterday.
Afghan and coalition forces conducted the operation against the Taliban facilitator who was responsible for supplying, planning and reporting attacks against coalition forces detaining the targeted individual and four additional suspects.
Evidence at the site linked the man to a murdered Afghan found in March in the Zharay district of the province. The murdered man was found with a Taliban night letter stating, “People working with Americans will be killed and they have no right to complain.”
Night letters are a Taliban weapon used to intimidate local Afghans. The letters, bearing the Taliban letterhead, deliver threats of death and harassment to locals who either refuse to support terrorist efforts or maintain support of coalition efforts, or both.
“We will not let these senseless murders go without reprisal,” said U.S. Army Lt. Col. Patrick Hynes, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. “We will continue to track down and capture those responsible for crimes against local citizens who are standing up for a terror-free life.”
Forces followed leads to a series of buildings in the Kandahar district. The joint forces questioned the occupants at the location and conducted a search. The targeted individual and additional suspects were detained based on initial questioning and evidence gathered 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":"2010-12-29","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":5,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Taliban, Haqqani Leadership Targeted, Suspected Insurgents Detained
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-070 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 6, 2010) — Afghan and coalition forces detained more than 10 suspected insurgents during four operations aimed at capturing Taliban and Haqqani leadership in southern and eastern Afghanistan Friday.
A separate security force in Zabul targeted a Taliban senior leader operating in the improvised explosive device network in Shah Joy, detaining two suspected insurgents overnight. Acting on intelligence reports, the security force went to a compound in Ludin-e Sharqi in Shah Joy district to search for the targeted individual.
After an Afghan-led call out and questioning at the scene, the security force detained the insurgents. The security force also found machine gun ammunition and military uniforms at the scene.
The assault force did not fire their weapons during any of these operations and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches. | {"name":"Two suspected insurgents detained in Zabul","text":"Taliban, Haqqani Leadership Targeted, Suspected Insurgents Detained\n
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-070 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 6, 2010) — Afghan and coalition forces detained more than 10 suspected insurgents during four operations aimed at capturing Taliban and Haqqani leadership in southern and eastern Afghanistan Friday.
A separate security force in Zabul targeted a Taliban senior leader operating in the improvised explosive device network in Shah Joy, detaining two suspected insurgents overnight. Acting on intelligence reports, the security force went to a compound in Ludin-e Sharqi in Shah Joy district to search for the targeted individual.
After an Afghan-led call out and questioning at the scene, the security force detained the insurgents. The security force also found machine gun ammunition and military uniforms at the scene.
The assault force did not fire their weapons during any of these operations and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches.","start_date":"2010-11-05","event_type":["detention"],"province":["zabul"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leadership in 3 Operations
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-189
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 17, 2010) – Afghan and coalition forces continued to disrupt terrorist activities and apply pressure on Taliban networks during security operations in Nangarhar, Paktiya and Helmand provinces yesterday.
A second security force detained numerous suspects and recovered multiple night letters as they targeted a Taliban leader during a security operation in Helmand province.
The joint security team detained the suspects as they searched several buildings for an individual who leads Taliban fighters in Marjah and Lashkar Gah.
Taliban leaders deliver threats in night letters, bearing a Taliban symbol as letterhead, to local citizens and officials. The letters carry threats of death to recipients and their families if they do not comply with the demands of the letter. Intelligence reports indicate the targeted individual is also involved in planning suicide improvised explosive device attacks against coalition forces in Marjah.
Forces followed leads to a series of targeted locations in Marjah, where Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call the occupants out of the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The security team detained the individuals based on initial questioning at the scene and discovery of the night letters.
The assault force protected the women and children for the duration of the searches. | {"name":"Numerous suspects detained in Helmand","text":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leadership in 3 Operations\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2010-12-S-189\nFor Immediate Release\nDownload PDF
\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 17, 2010) – Afghan and coalition forces continued to disrupt terrorist activities and apply pressure on Taliban networks during security operations in Nangarhar, Paktiya and Helmand provinces yesterday.\n\nA second security force detained numerous suspects and recovered multiple night letters as they targeted a Taliban leader during a security operation in Helmand province.\nThe joint security team detained the suspects as they searched several buildings for an individual who leads Taliban fighters in Marjah and Lashkar Gah.\nTaliban leaders deliver threats in night letters, bearing a Taliban symbol as letterhead, to local citizens and officials. The letters carry threats of death to recipients and their families if they do not comply with the demands of the letter. Intelligence reports indicate the targeted individual is also involved in planning suicide improvised explosive device attacks against coalition forces in Marjah.\nForces followed leads to a series of targeted locations in Marjah, where Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call the occupants out of the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The security team detained the individuals based on initial questioning at the scene and discovery of the night letters.\n\nThe assault force protected the women and children for the duration of the searches.","start_date":"2010-12-16","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"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} |
2012-06-S-032
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 18, 2012) — Afghan and coalition forces killed several Taliban leaders during an operation in Nangarhar province, eastern Afghanistan Sunday.
After positively identifying the armed group of insurgents, and ensuring no civilians were in the area, the security force engaged the Taliban leaders with a precision airstrike away from all civilian structures.
The commanders, who were known to coordinate with Al Qaeda, facilitated the movement of foreign fighters across the border from Pakistan into Afghanistan and were responsible for attacks on coalition and Afghan forces.
A follow-on assessment of the area after the strike determined no civilian property was damaged and no civilians were harmed. | {"name":"1","text":"2012-06-S-032\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 18, 2012) — Afghan and coalition forces killed several Taliban leaders during an operation in Nangarhar province, eastern Afghanistan Sunday.\nAfter positively identifying the armed group of insurgents, and ensuring no civilians were in the area, the security force engaged the Taliban leaders with a precision airstrike away from all civilian structures.\nThe commanders, who were known to coordinate with Al Qaeda, facilitated the movement of foreign fighters across the border from Pakistan into Afghanistan and were responsible for attacks on coalition and Afghan forces.\nA follow-on assessment of the area after the strike determined no civilian property was damaged and no civilians were harmed.","start_date":"2012-06-17","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":3,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2011-09-S-062
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistna
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 27, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted a precision airstrike in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, resulting in the death of a key Taliban leader Monday.
The target of the operation was responsible for planning attacks against Afghan forces. He provided weapons and logistical support to insurgents throughout the district for use in ambush and roadside bomb attacks along Highway 1.
After ensuring no civilians were in the area, the security force called for the airstrike. Following the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment of the area and determined no civilians were harmed during the operation. | {"name":"Key Taliban leader killed in Wardak","text":"2011-09-S-062\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistna\n\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 27, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted a precision airstrike in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, resulting in the death of a key Taliban leader Monday.\nThe target of the operation was responsible for planning attacks against Afghan forces. He provided weapons and logistical support to insurgents throughout the district for use in ambush and roadside bomb attacks along Highway 1. \nAfter ensuring no civilians were in the area, the security force called for the airstrike. Following the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment of the area and determined no civilians were harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2011-09-26","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-09-S-038
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force killed a Taliban weapons dealer and destroyed his cache of illegal weapons during an operation in Omnah district, Paktika province, today.
Hizbullah, the weapons dealer, and one other armed insurgent maneuvered on the Afghan and coalition troops as the security force approached Hizbullah’s compound. The security force positively identified the lethal threat and engaged both armed insurgents, killing them. No civilians were harmed during the operation.
Hizbullah acquired firearms, ammunition and explosives and provided these weapons to the Taliban insurgents under his command, enabling them to conduct attacks against security forces throughout the region.
Prior to his death, Hizbullah was also believed to have been attempting to acquire a heavy machine gun and additional equipment for future insurgent attacks.
The security force seized several assault rifles, multiple rocket-propelled grenades, an RPG launcher, fragmentation grenades and ammunition during the operation. The explosives were removed and safely destroyed away from all civilian structures.
A number of suspected insurgents were also detained as a result of the operation. | {"name":"1","text":"2012-09-S-038\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force killed a Taliban weapons dealer and destroyed his cache of illegal weapons during an operation in Omnah district, Paktika province, today.\nHizbullah, the weapons dealer, and one other armed insurgent maneuvered on the Afghan and coalition troops as the security force approached Hizbullah’s compound. The security force positively identified the lethal threat and engaged both armed insurgents, killing them. No civilians were harmed during the operation.\n Hizbullah acquired firearms, ammunition and explosives and provided these weapons to the Taliban insurgents under his command, enabling them to conduct attacks against security forces throughout the region.\n Prior to his death, Hizbullah was also believed to have been attempting to acquire a heavy machine gun and additional equipment for future insurgent attacks.\n The security force seized several assault rifles, multiple rocket-propelled grenades, an RPG launcher, fragmentation grenades and ammunition during the operation. The explosives were removed and safely destroyed away from all civilian structures.\n A number of suspected insurgents were also detained as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2012-09-25","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["paktika"],"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} |
Taliban Commander Captured in Kandahar by Afghan-led Force
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-159 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 16) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained two insurgents in Kandahar province Wednesday including a Taliban commander operating in Kandahar City.
The commander is responsible for attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces, as well as the movement of weapons and improvised explosive device components into the city.
Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound outside Kandahar City to search for the commander. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined security force cleared and secured the compound.
After conducting initial questioning with the residents at the scene, the security force identified and detained the commander along with one of his associates.
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search. | {"name":"Taliban Commander Captured in Kandahar by Afghan-led Force","text":"Taliban Commander Captured in Kandahar by Afghan-led Force\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-159 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 16) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained two insurgents in Kandahar province Wednesday including a Taliban commander operating in Kandahar City.
The commander is responsible for attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces, as well as the movement of weapons and improvised explosive device components into the city.
Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound outside Kandahar City to search for the commander. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined security force cleared and secured the compound.
After conducting initial questioning with the residents at the scene, the security force identified and detained the commander along with one of his associates.
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-09-15","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} |
An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province, today. The leader conducted roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan civilians and security forces throughout central Helmand province. The security force detained one additional suspected insurgent as a result of this operation. | {"name":"Taliban leader detained in Helmand","text":"An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province, today. The leader conducted roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan civilians and security forces throughout central Helmand province. The security force detained one additional suspected insurgent as a result of this operation.","start_date":"2012-03-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1} |
2012-11-S-037
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 28, 2012)
Yesterday, Afghan and coalition officials confirmed that one of the two insurgents killed during a combined Afghan and coalition operation Sunday, in Jaghatu district, Wardak province, was Zubayr, a local insurgent leader who supplied weapons to insurgents throughout the district. | {"name":"3","text":"2012-11-S-037\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 28, 2012)\nYesterday, Afghan and coalition officials confirmed that one of the two insurgents killed during a combined Afghan and coalition operation Sunday, in Jaghatu district, Wardak province, was Zubayr, a local insurgent leader who supplied weapons to insurgents throughout the district.","start_date":"2012-11-25","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-06-S-038
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 21, 2012)
An Afghan-led security force, supported by coalition troops, conducted an operation to detain a Haqqani leader in Sabari district, Khost province, today. The leader plans and coordinates attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the region, as well as providing IEDs to insurgents. The security force detained five suspected insurgents as a result of this operation. | {"name":"4","text":"2012-06-S-038\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 21, 2012)\nAn Afghan-led security force, supported by coalition troops, conducted an operation to detain a Haqqani leader in Sabari district, Khost province, today. The leader plans and coordinates attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the region, as well as providing IEDs to insurgents. The security force detained five suspected insurgents as a result of this operation.","start_date":"2012-06-21","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":5,"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-005
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (August 3, 2011)
Also in Kandahar, an Afghan and coalition combined security force detained several suspected insurgents during a clearance operation in Spin Boldak district, yesterday. The security force conducted the operation to disrupt a Taliban safe haven in the area. | {"name":"Several suspected individuals detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-005\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 3, 2011) \nAlso in Kandahar, an Afghan and coalition combined security force detained several suspected insurgents during a clearance operation in Spin Boldak district, yesterday. The security force conducted the operation to disrupt a Taliban safe haven in the area.","start_date":"2011-08-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Mar. 10: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-043
For Immediate Release
In Paktika last night, an Afghan-international security force searched a commercial business complex near Golam Kowt, in the Giyan district after intelligence information indicated militant activity. The building was a halfway house, known to hold militants awaiting transportation to other networks. During the search the joint force detained two suspected insurgents for further questioning. | {"name":"Two Suspected Insurgents Captured in Paktika","text":"Mar. 10: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nNEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-043
For Immediate Release\n\n In Paktika last night, an Afghan-international security force searched a commercial business complex near Golam Kowt, in the Giyan district after intelligence information indicated militant activity. The building was a halfway house, known to hold militants awaiting transportation to other networks. During the search the joint force detained two suspected insurgents for further questioning.","start_date":"2010-03-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktika"],"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} |
Insurgents Attempt to Attack Kandahar Air Field
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-IA-036
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (August 4) - A small group of insurgents attempted to breach the outer perimeter of Kandahar Air Field Tuesday with rocket and suicide bomber attacks.
International Security Assistance Force forces engaged the insurgents and prevented them from accessing the base or affecting base operations. The attack consisted of multiple rocket attacks, multiple suicide bombers and small arms fire. Five insurgents were killed by ISAF forces.
One ISAF civilian was wounded in the attack. | {"name":"Insurgents Attempt to Attack Kandahar Air Field","text":"Insurgents Attempt to Attack Kandahar Air Field\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-IA-036
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (August 4) - A small group of insurgents attempted to breach the outer perimeter of Kandahar Air Field Tuesday with rocket and suicide bomber attacks.
International Security Assistance Force forces engaged the insurgents and prevented them from accessing the base or affecting base operations. The attack consisted of multiple rocket attacks, multiple suicide bombers and small arms fire. Five insurgents were killed by ISAF forces.
One ISAF civilian was wounded in the attack.","start_date":"2010-08-03","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":5,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Afghan, Coalition Forces Detain Assassin in Helmand
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-257
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 22) – Afghan and coalition forces detained a Taliban assassin in a joint security operation in Helmand province yesterday.
The individual was involved in planning and conducting assassinations targeting Afghan officials in Kandahar city. The now-detained man met with Taliban leadership in Pakistan to coordinate assassinations and attack plans, according to intelligence reports.
Forces detained the attack coordinator at a targeted location in Marjah district. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call the occupants out of the buildings peacefully before conducting a search.
The security team discovered 400 pounds (180 kilograms) of ammonium nitrate, a key compound often used in homemade explosives, while searching the building. The targeted individual identified himself to authorities during questioning, at which time he was detained.
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 Detain Assassin in Helmand","text":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Detain Assassin in Helmand\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-257
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 22) – Afghan and coalition forces detained a Taliban assassin in a joint security operation in Helmand province yesterday.
The individual was involved in planning and conducting assassinations targeting Afghan officials in Kandahar city. The now-detained man met with Taliban leadership in Pakistan to coordinate assassinations and attack plans, according to intelligence reports.
Forces detained the attack coordinator at a targeted location in Marjah district. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call the occupants out of the buildings peacefully before conducting a search.
The security team discovered 400 pounds (180 kilograms) of ammonium nitrate, a key compound often used in homemade explosives, while searching the building. The targeted individual identified himself to authorities during questioning, at which time he was detained.
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":"2010-12-21","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":0} |
Senior Taliban Leader Targeted, Several Insurgents Killed
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-151 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 12, 2010) — International Security Assistance Forces targeted a senior Taliban leader during an air strike in Now Zad district, Helmand province, Thursday.
The targeted senior Taliban leader facilitates improvised explosive devices and their components to insurgent groups in and around Now Zad district. He also directs and participates in attacks against ANSF and ISAF. He is also alleged to preside over a Taliban shadow civil court in the district.
Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens led ISAF to a location of the Taliban leader. Over successive days of observation, the Taliban leader was targeted as he was meeting a group of armed insurgents at a remote meeting location.
Three insurgents were killed in the air strike with two other insurgents wounded.
ISAF is currently assessing whether the Taliban leader was killed in the strike. Initial reports indicate no civilians were harmed in the operation. | {"name":"Senior Taliban Leader Targeted, Several Insurgents Killed","text":"Senior Taliban Leader Targeted, Several Insurgents Killed\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-151 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 12, 2010) — International Security Assistance Forces targeted a senior Taliban leader during an air strike in Now Zad district, Helmand province, Thursday.
The targeted senior Taliban leader facilitates improvised explosive devices and their components to insurgent groups in and around Now Zad district. He also directs and participates in attacks against ANSF and ISAF. He is also alleged to preside over a Taliban shadow civil court in the district.
Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens led ISAF to a location of the Taliban leader. Over successive days of observation, the Taliban leader was targeted as he was meeting a group of armed insurgents at a remote meeting location.
Three insurgents were killed in the air strike with two other insurgents wounded.
ISAF is currently assessing whether the Taliban leader was killed in the strike. Initial reports indicate no civilians were harmed in the operation.","start_date":"2010-11-10","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update Dec. 28
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-321
3728, 3741, 3658, 3765, 3802, 3867, 3871
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 28) – More than 15 insurgents were killed by Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Force during separate operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the last 24 hours.
An ISAF forward operating base declared an imminent threat when numerous insurgents were reinforcing an enemy position in Tagab district, Kapisa province. Coalition forces called for air support and the air weapon team on scene engaged the enemy position, killing more than 10 insurgents.
| {"name":"More than 10 killed in Kapisa","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update Dec. 28\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-321
3728, 3741, 3658, 3765, 3802, 3867, 3871
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 28) – More than 15 insurgents were killed by Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Force during separate operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the last 24 hours.
An ISAF forward operating base declared an imminent threat when numerous insurgents were reinforcing an enemy position in Tagab district, Kapisa province. Coalition forces called for air support and the air weapon team on scene engaged the enemy position, killing more than 10 insurgents.
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2012-08-S-007
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 2, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to arrest a Taliban leader in Chimtal district, Balkh province, today. The Taliban leader is responsible for conducting numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in eastern Chimtal. During the operation, the security force detained two suspected insurgents. | {"name":"2","text":"2012-08-S-007\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 2, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to arrest a Taliban leader in Chimtal district, Balkh province, today. The Taliban leader is responsible for conducting numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in eastern Chimtal. During the operation, the security force detained two suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-08-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["balkh"],"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- Afghanistan
2011-06-S-101
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 29, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition patrol conducted an operation to disrupt insurgent facilitation routes in Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province, June 27.
Several insurgents were killed during the operation and one insurgent was wounded when he attempted to engage the patrol with small arms fire and a machine gun. The injured insurgent was treated at the scene by coalition medics before being taken to a medical facility for further treatment.
The patrol confiscated a light machine gun and 400 7.62 mm rounds during the operation. | {"name":"Several killed in Kandahar and one detained","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-101\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 29, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition patrol conducted an operation to disrupt insurgent facilitation routes in Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province, June 27. \n\nSeveral insurgents were killed during the operation and one insurgent was wounded when he attempted to engage the patrol with small arms fire and a machine gun. The injured insurgent was treated at the scene by coalition medics before being taken to a medical facility for further treatment. \n\nThe patrol confiscated a light machine gun and 400 7.62 mm rounds during the operation.","start_date":"2011-06-28","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":1,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-12-S-019
KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 22, 2012)
In Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani facilitator who procured and transported weapons, homemade explosives and improvised explosive devices for insurgents. The security force also detained three suspected insurgents and seized multiple weapons during the operation. | {"name":"8","text":"2012-12-S-019\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 22, 2012)\nIn Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani facilitator who procured and transported weapons, homemade explosives and improvised explosive devices for insurgents. The security force also detained three suspected insurgents and seized multiple weapons during the operation.","start_date":"2012-12-21","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 3, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-006
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 3, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation to capture a Haqqani Network facilitator in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The facilitator is responsible for acquiring explosives and other weapons for attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces in the Terayzai and Sabari districts.
Multiple intelligence sources led the joint security force to the facilitators’ suspected location. After surrounding the compound, the security forces called for all residents to exit the buildings peacefully. The residents exited the compound peacefully, allowing the joint security force to ensure the safety of all civilians. After initial questioning, security forces identified and apprehended several suspected insurgents for further questioning. No civilians were harmed and no shots were fired during the operation. | {"name":"Several detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 3, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-006
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 3, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation to capture a Haqqani Network facilitator in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The facilitator is responsible for acquiring explosives and other weapons for attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces in the Terayzai and Sabari districts.
Multiple intelligence sources led the joint security force to the facilitators’ suspected location. After surrounding the compound, the security forces called for all residents to exit the buildings peacefully. The residents exited the compound peacefully, allowing the joint security force to ensure the safety of all civilians. After initial questioning, security forces identified and apprehended several suspected insurgents for further questioning. No civilians were harmed and no shots were fired during the operation.","start_date":"2011-04-02","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} |
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 29)
In Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban facilitator today. The facilitator transports insurgents to Pakistan for training and conducts attacks against Afghan forces throughout the province. The security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during the operation. | {"name":"3","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 29)\nIn Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban facilitator today. The facilitator transports insurgents to Pakistan for training and conducts attacks against Afghan forces throughout the province. The security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2012-01-29","event_type":["detention"],"province":["wardak"],"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} |
Insurgents Killed in Kunduz Operation
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-213 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 20) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two Taliban insurgents and killed five in Kunduz province Sunday while in pursuit of a Taliban sub-commander operating in Aliabad district.
The commander plans and conducts attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces.
Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound in the village of Lala Maydan in Aliabad district to search for the commander. As the security force approached, several armed insurgents ran from the targeted building firing at the security force. The assault force reacted by engaging the insurgents from the ground and from coalition aircraft. Five insurgents were killed in the engagement. The terrain prevented a thorough inspection of the engagement areas to determine the type of weapons used by the insurgents.
After the area was secure, the Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined force cleared the compound. After questioning the residents at the scene, the security force detained two insurgents.
The assault force protected the women and children throughout the search.
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UPDATE: Taliban Commander Killed in Kunduz
ISAF Joint Comman - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-230 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 21) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed an Afghan and coalition security force killed Nasruddin, a Taliban sub-commander who operated in Aliabad district, Sunday.
The commander planned and conducted attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces.
Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound in the village of Lala Maydan in Aliabad district to search for the commander. As the security force approached, several armed insurgents ran from the targeted building firing at the security force. The assault force reacted by engaging the insurgents from the ground and from coalition aircraft. Five insurgents, including Nasruddin, were killed in the engagement.
After the area was secure, the Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined force cleared the compound. After questioning the residents at the scene, the security force detained two insurgents.
The assault force protected the women and children throughout the search. | {"name":"Insurgents Killed in Kunduz Operation","text":"Insurgents Killed in Kunduz Operation\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-213 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 20) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two Taliban insurgents and killed five in Kunduz province Sunday while in pursuit of a Taliban sub-commander operating in Aliabad district.
The commander plans and conducts attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces.
Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound in the village of Lala Maydan in Aliabad district to search for the commander. As the security force approached, several armed insurgents ran from the targeted building firing at the security force. The assault force reacted by engaging the insurgents from the ground and from coalition aircraft. Five insurgents were killed in the engagement. The terrain prevented a thorough inspection of the engagement areas to determine the type of weapons used by the insurgents.
After the area was secure, the Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined force cleared the compound. After questioning the residents at the scene, the security force detained two insurgents.
The assault force protected the women and children throughout the search.\n\n----\n\nUPDATE: Taliban Commander Killed in Kunduz\nISAF Joint Comman - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-230 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 21) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed an Afghan and coalition security force killed Nasruddin, a Taliban sub-commander who operated in Aliabad district, Sunday.
The commander planned and conducted attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces.
Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound in the village of Lala Maydan in Aliabad district to search for the commander. As the security force approached, several armed insurgents ran from the targeted building firing at the security force. The assault force reacted by engaging the insurgents from the ground and from coalition aircraft. Five insurgents, including Nasruddin, were killed in the engagement.
After the area was secure, the Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined force cleared the compound. After questioning the residents at the scene, the security force detained two insurgents.
The assault force protected the women and children throughout the search.","start_date":"2010-09-19","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["kunduz"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":5,"min_captured":2,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-09-S-036
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 23, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a senior Taliban weapons dealer during an operation in Talah wa Barfak district, Baghlan province, today.
The detained weapons dealer was a senior Taliban leader in the Talah wa Barfak insurgent network and managed the purchase and distribution of rocket-propelled grenades, heavy machine guns and explosive materials to attack Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the region.
At the time of his arrest the Taliban weapons dealer was believed to be acquiring additional firearms and explosives for future insurgent attacks.
One armed insurgent was also killed during the operation. As the security force approached the Taliban weapon dealer’s location, an armed insurgent displayed hostile intent towards the Afghan and coalition troops. The security force positively identified the lethal threat and engaged the armed insurgent, killing him. No civilians were harmed during the operation.
The security force also detained two suspected insurgents and seized multiple firearms as a result of this operation. | {"name":"1","text":"2012-09-S-036\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 23, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a senior Taliban weapons dealer during an operation in Talah wa Barfak district, Baghlan province, today.\n \nThe detained weapons dealer was a senior Taliban leader in the Talah wa Barfak insurgent network and managed the purchase and distribution of rocket-propelled grenades, heavy machine guns and explosive materials to attack Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the region.\n \nAt the time of his arrest the Taliban weapons dealer was believed to be acquiring additional firearms and explosives for future insurgent attacks.\n \nOne armed insurgent was also killed during the operation. As the security force approached the Taliban weapon dealer’s location, an armed insurgent displayed hostile intent towards the Afghan and coalition troops. The security force positively identified the lethal threat and engaged the armed insurgent, killing him. No civilians were harmed during the operation.\n \nThe security force also detained two suspected insurgents and seized multiple firearms as a result of this operation.","start_date":"2012-09-23","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["baghlan"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":3,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1} |
Afghan, Coalition Force Kills Taliban Leader in Paktika Overnight
ISAF Joint Command — Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-263 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 25, 2010) — An Afghan and coalition security force killed Mustafa, a Taliban leader who commanded a cell of fighters in facilitating and emplacing improvised explosive devices along Afghan public roads, in Paktika province overnight.
Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound southwest of Maspikay in Omnah district to search for the individual. As the security force approached the targeted compound, Mustafa, armed with an AK-47, emerged from the compound and threatened the security force. The security force reacted by shooting and killing him.
After the area was secure, 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 detained two suspected insurgents. The assault force also discovered an automatic weapon, rifle and grenade along with multiple magazines at the scene.
Additionally, armed insurgents engaged the security force from a ridgeline near the targeted compound. Coalition forces returned fire, killing two additional insurgents.
The assault force protected the women and children for the duration of the search. | {"name":"Afghan, Coalition Force Kills Taliban Leader in Paktika Overnight","text":"Afghan, Coalition Force Kills Taliban Leader in Paktika Overnight\nISAF Joint Command — Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-263 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 25, 2010) — An Afghan and coalition security force killed Mustafa, a Taliban leader who commanded a cell of fighters in facilitating and emplacing improvised explosive devices along Afghan public roads, in Paktika province overnight.
Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound southwest of Maspikay in Omnah district to search for the individual. As the security force approached the targeted compound, Mustafa, armed with an AK-47, emerged from the compound and threatened the security force. The security force reacted by shooting and killing him.
After the area was secure, 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 detained two suspected insurgents. The assault force also discovered an automatic weapon, rifle and grenade along with multiple magazines at the scene.
Additionally, armed insurgents engaged the security force from a ridgeline near the targeted compound. Coalition forces returned fire, killing two additional insurgents.
The assault force protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-10-25","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["paktika"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":2,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Afghan, International Forces Disrupt Haqqani and Taliban Networks
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-092
For Immediate Release
In the recent two-day offensive operation on the largest insurgent camp in the area, assault forces also killed Qari Ismael, a Taliban leader for Jani Khel district, and Maulawi Sadiq, a known facilitator for foreign fighters.
"[Afghan National Security Forces] along with international security forces conducted two days [of] offensive operations in Jani Khel district of Paktya Province. [Multiple] insurgents were killed, large amounts of ammo and weapons were discovered and many training camps were destroyed. ANSF conducted [the] operations to let people continue their lives in peace," said Khost District Chief of Police, Brig. Gen. Nawab Khan. | {"name":"Taliban Leader and facilitator Killed in Paktya","text":"Afghan, International Forces Disrupt Haqqani and Taliban Networks\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-092
For Immediate Release\n
In the recent two-day offensive operation on the largest insurgent camp in the area, assault forces also killed Qari Ismael, a Taliban leader for Jani Khel district, and Maulawi Sadiq, a known facilitator for foreign fighters.
\"[Afghan National Security Forces] along with international security forces conducted two days [of] offensive operations in Jani Khel district of Paktya Province. [Multiple] insurgents were killed, large amounts of ammo and weapons were discovered and many training camps were destroyed. ANSF conducted [the] operations to let people continue their lives in peace,\" said Khost District Chief of Police, Brig. Gen. Nawab Khan. ","start_date":"2010-06-21","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["paktya"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":4,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-07-S-020
For Immediate Release
In Washer district, Helmand province today, a coalition patrol discovered and seized a weapons cache consisting of ten rocket propelled grenade rounds and 7.62 mm ammunition.
During the operation, one suspected insurgent was detained by the coalition patrol. | {"name":"1 detained in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-020\nFor Immediate Release \n\nIn Washer district, Helmand province today, a coalition patrol discovered and seized a weapons cache consisting of ten rocket propelled grenade rounds and 7.62 mm ammunition. \n\nDuring the operation, one suspected insurgent was detained by the coalition patrol. ","start_date":"2011-07-07","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"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 Morning Operational Update June 8, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-06-S-028
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 8, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation targeting a Haqqani network leader in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The targeted leader directs a large group of fighters conducting roadside bomb, car bomb and direct attacks against the Afghan National Army.
Multiple intelligence tips led the combined security force to a compound in search of the leader. The force searched the area and confiscated an AK-47 rifle, chest rack and multiple ammunition magazines. After interviewing residents, the force detained several individuals with suspected ties to Haqqani activity. No shots were shots fired and no civilians were harmed in the night operation. | {"name":"Several detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 8, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-028\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 8, 2011) \nA combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation targeting a Haqqani network leader in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The targeted leader directs a large group of fighters conducting roadside bomb, car bomb and direct attacks against the Afghan National Army.\n\nMultiple intelligence tips led the combined security force to a compound in search of the leader. The force searched the area and confiscated an AK-47 rifle, chest rack and multiple ammunition magazines. After interviewing residents, the force detained several individuals with suspected ties to Haqqani activity. No shots were shots fired and no civilians were harmed in the night operation.","start_date":"2011-06-07","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":0} |
KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 4)
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":"2","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 4)\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":"2011-12-04","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} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 10, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-031
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 10, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Sherzad district, Nangarhar province yesterday.
The Taliban leader plans and leads attacks against Afghan government officials and Afghan and coalition forces in Sherzad and Khugyani districts. He has threatened and planned attacks against the citizens of Nangarhar who cooperate with the government security forces according to official reports. He also is known to have travelled to Pakistan to plan attacks in Afghanistan.
Intelligence reports led the combined security force to target the leader’s suspected compound in Toto Village. The force moved into position, then called for all occupants to exit the premises peacefully. All occupants complied with the request and the force was able to search and clear the compound without using force. While searching the compound the security force found four grenades, two chest racks, IED making materials, assault rifles and pistols. All dangerous materials were safely destroyed by the security force before leaving the area. After interviewing residents on scene, the force detained two individuals with suspected ties to insurgent activity.
No civilians were harmed during the operation. | {"name":"Two detained and numerous insurgents killed in Logar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 10, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-031
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 10, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Sherzad district, Nangarhar province yesterday.
The Taliban leader plans and leads attacks against Afghan government officials and Afghan and coalition forces in Sherzad and Khugyani districts. He has threatened and planned attacks against the citizens of Nangarhar who cooperate with the government security forces according to official reports. He also is known to have travelled to Pakistan to plan attacks in Afghanistan.
Intelligence reports led the combined security force to target the leader’s suspected compound in Toto Village. The force moved into position, then called for all occupants to exit the premises peacefully. All occupants complied with the request and the force was able to search and clear the compound without using force. While searching the compound the security force found four grenades, two chest racks, IED making materials, assault rifles and pistols. All dangerous materials were safely destroyed by the security force before leaving the area. After interviewing residents on scene, the force detained two individuals with suspected ties to insurgent activity.
No civilians were harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2011-05-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["nangarhar"],"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} |
Apr. 28: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Helmand, Ghazni, Badghis
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-04-CA-087
In the Now Zad district of Helmand yesterday, a joint patrol searched a compound after being fired upon. The joint patrol found 300-400 spent small-arms casings and four 6-9 kg (15-20 lb) bags of opium. A few suspected insurgents were detained for questioning. | {"name":"A few suspected insurgents detained in Helmand","text":"Apr. 28: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Helmand, Ghazni, Badghis\nNEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-04-CA-087
\n In the Now Zad district of Helmand yesterday, a joint patrol searched a compound after being fired upon. The joint patrol found 300-400 spent small-arms casings and four 6-9 kg (15-20 lb) bags of opium. A few suspected insurgents were detained for questioning.","start_date":"2010-04-27","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Afghan, Coalition Force Kills 8 Insurgents in Helmand
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-227 3298
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 21) - An Afghan and coalition patrol killed eight insurgents when the insurgents attacked the patrol with small-arms fire in the Sangin district of Helmand province Thursday.
After positively identifying insurgent firing positions, the combined force returned fire. When the force continued to receive fire from the insurgent positions they requested artillery rocket support and close-air support. Two rockets were fired on insurgent positions and an International Security Assistance Force aircraft engaged an insurgent position with a precision-weapon.
The combined force reported all weapons impacted the intended targets.
Initial operational reporting states there were no civilian casualties. | {"name":"Afghan, Coalition Force Kills 8 Insurgents in Helmand","text":"Afghan, Coalition Force Kills 8 Insurgents in Helmand\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-227 3298
For Immediate Release
Download PDF
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 21) - An Afghan and coalition patrol killed eight insurgents when the insurgents attacked the patrol with small-arms fire in the Sangin district of Helmand province Thursday.
After positively identifying insurgent firing positions, the combined force returned fire. When the force continued to receive fire from the insurgent positions they requested artillery rocket support and close-air support. Two rockets were fired on insurgent positions and an International Security Assistance Force aircraft engaged an insurgent position with a precision-weapon.
The combined force reported all weapons impacted the intended targets.
Initial operational reporting states there were no civilian casualties.","start_date":"2010-10-21","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":8,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
Mar. 13: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Western, Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-058
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 13) - An Afghan-international security force killed eight militants and captured a foreign fighter facilitator in Farah last night. Three of the eight militants killed were identified as foreign fighters.
A joint security team went to a small compound in a rural area north of the village of Shir Sorkh, in the Gulistam district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. As the joint force arrived they immediately came under fire from the insurgents inside. The security force returned fire and cleared the enemy from the compound. One militant, who was wounded, was a foreign fighter facilitator responsible for the moving and equipping foreign militant fighters coming into Afghanistan.
A search of the building found multiple weapons, to include rocket-propelled grenades, machine guns and hand grenades. | {"name":"8 militants killed and 1 foreign fighter captured in Farah","text":"Mar. 13: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Western, Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nNEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-058
For Immediate Release\n\n KABUL, Afghanistan (March 13) - An Afghan-international security force killed eight militants and captured a foreign fighter facilitator in Farah last night. Three of the eight militants killed were identified as foreign fighters.
A joint security team went to a small compound in a rural area north of the village of Shir Sorkh, in the Gulistam district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. As the joint force arrived they immediately came under fire from the insurgents inside. The security force returned fire and cleared the enemy from the compound. One militant, who was wounded, was a foreign fighter facilitator responsible for the moving and equipping foreign militant fighters coming into Afghanistan.
A search of the building found multiple weapons, to include rocket-propelled grenades, machine guns and hand grenades.","start_date":"2010-03-12","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["farah"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":8,"min_captured":1,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-11-S-036
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 27, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in In Shahid-e-Hasas district, Uruzgan province, yesterday that killed one insurgent. During the operation, the combined force also destroyed two caches that contained materials used in the construction of improvised explosive devices. | {"name":"4","text":"2012-11-S-036\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 27, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in In Shahid-e-Hasas district, Uruzgan province, yesterday that killed one insurgent. During the operation, the combined force also destroyed two caches that contained materials used in the construction of improvised explosive devices.","start_date":"2012-11-26","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["uruzgan"],"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
2011-07-S-003
For Immediate Release
An Afghan-led security force in Khost province detained two suspected insurgents during a search for a Haqqani facilitator. The facilitator acquires roadside bomb materials and weapons. He also coordinates movement of these materials to fighters in the area. | {"name":"2 detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-003\nFor Immediate Release \n\nAn Afghan-led security force in Khost province detained two suspected insurgents during a search for a Haqqani facilitator. The facilitator acquires roadside bomb materials and weapons. He also coordinates movement of these materials to fighters in the area.","start_date":"2011-07-02","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":0} |
Afghan Commandos, USSOF Keep Pressure on Insurgents in Badghis
Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Afghanistan
For Immediate Release
Release # 045
BADGHIS, Afghanistan (April 28, 2011) – The 4th Commando Kandak, advised and assisted by U. S. Special Operations Forces, executed a successful combat mission in Panjauw village in Bala Murghab District on April 27, killing seven insurgents.
During the Afghan led mission, the force conducted patrols through the village in search of insurgent fighters, weapon caches, and key insurgent leaders who operate in the area. Panjauw is an area that has seen limited Afghan government or coalition force presence, making it a location of choice for insurgent activities.
While patrolling, the force received heavy small arms, machine gun, and rocket propelled grenade fire from multiple insurgents in various locations. After confirming that no civilians were near the insurgent fighting positions coalition force aircraft used precision guided munitions to neutralize the location.
The partnered force also seized three chest rigs, two AK-47 assault rifles, two Russian made machine guns, and one grenade launcher. No civilians were injured no property damage was reported during the operation. | {"name":"Afghan Commandos, USSOF Keep Pressure on Insurgents in Badghis","text":"Afghan Commandos, USSOF Keep Pressure on Insurgents in Badghis\nCombined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Afghanistan
For Immediate Release
Release # 045
BADGHIS, Afghanistan (April 28, 2011) – The 4th Commando Kandak, advised and assisted by U. S. Special Operations Forces, executed a successful combat mission in Panjauw village in Bala Murghab District on April 27, killing seven insurgents.
During the Afghan led mission, the force conducted patrols through the village in search of insurgent fighters, weapon caches, and key insurgent leaders who operate in the area. Panjauw is an area that has seen limited Afghan government or coalition force presence, making it a location of choice for insurgent activities.
While patrolling, the force received heavy small arms, machine gun, and rocket propelled grenade fire from multiple insurgents in various locations. After confirming that no civilians were near the insurgent fighting positions coalition force aircraft used precision guided munitions to neutralize the location.
The partnered force also seized three chest rigs, two AK-47 assault rifles, two Russian made machine guns, and one grenade launcher. No civilians were injured no property damage was reported during the operation.","start_date":"2011-04-27","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["badghis"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":7,"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-060
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 23, 2011)
In Khost district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Haqqani network leader and two suspected insurgents during a security search, yesterday.
The leader was involved in roadside bomb and direct action attacks in the area, and also distributed weapons and supplies for attacks. | {"name":"Haqqani leader and two others detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-060\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 23, 2011)\nIn Khost district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Haqqani network leader and two suspected insurgents during a security search, yesterday.\nThe leader was involved in roadside bomb and direct action attacks in the area, and also distributed weapons and supplies for attacks.","start_date":"2011-08-22","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":1} |
Apr. 22: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-04-CA-063
For Immediate Release
In Kandahar yesterday, an Afghan-international security force went to an open field, in the Maywand district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. The security force surrounded the targeted insurgent, who subsequently surrendered. The individual is a suspected Taliban commander and facilitator responsible for acquiring weapons and directing fighters to specific networks. | {"name":"Suspected Taliban Commander and Facilitator captured in Kandahar","text":"Apr. 22: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nNEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-04-CA-063
For Immediate Release\n\nIn Kandahar yesterday, an Afghan-international security force went to an open field, in the Maywand district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. The security force surrounded the targeted insurgent, who subsequently surrendered. The individual is a suspected Taliban commander and facilitator responsible for acquiring weapons and directing fighters to specific networks.","start_date":"2010-04-21","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} |
Coalition Forces Conduct Airstrike on Haqqani Network Leader
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-02-S-078
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 23, 2011) – Coalition forces conducted a precision airstrike targeting a Haqqani network leader, killing two insurgents and wounding one in Terayzai district, Khost province today.
The Haqqani leader is involved in the supply of weapons, ammunition, and vehicles to HQN operatives and participates in direct attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.
Coalition forces called in a precision air strike and the targeted vehicle was destroyed.
Just prior to the weapon impact, an unassociated civilian vehicle and two pedestrians walking in a wadi appeared, next to the target vehicle.
Immediately following the strike, the civilian vehicle came to a stop. Seven passengers were observed walking away from the non-target vehicle. Afghan National Security Forces spoke with the driver of the vehicle who stated there were no injuries to anyone in his vehicle.
The disposition of the two pedestrians walking in the wadi is not known at this time. Efforts are under way to confirm their status. | {"name":"Coalition Forces Conduct Airstrike on Haqqani Network Leader","text":"Coalition Forces Conduct Airstrike on Haqqani Network Leader\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-02-S-078
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 23, 2011) – Coalition forces conducted a precision airstrike targeting a Haqqani network leader, killing two insurgents and wounding one in Terayzai district, Khost province today.
The Haqqani leader is involved in the supply of weapons, ammunition, and vehicles to HQN operatives and participates in direct attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.
Coalition forces called in a precision air strike and the targeted vehicle was destroyed.
Just prior to the weapon impact, an unassociated civilian vehicle and two pedestrians walking in a wadi appeared, next to the target vehicle.
Immediately following the strike, the civilian vehicle came to a stop. Seven passengers were observed walking away from the non-target vehicle. Afghan National Security Forces spoke with the driver of the vehicle who stated there were no injuries to anyone in his vehicle.
The disposition of the two pedestrians walking in the wadi is not known at this time. Efforts are under way to confirm their status.","start_date":"2011-03-22","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-08-S-025
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 10, 2011) – Coalition forces killed the Taliban insurgents involved with the recent downing of the CH-47 helicopter, with a precision airstrike in Chak district, Wardak province, yesterday.
The strike killed Taliban leader Mullah Mohibullah and the insurgent who fired the shot associated with the Aug. 6 downing of the CH-47 helicopter, which resulted in the deaths of 38 Afghan and coalition service members.
Mullah Mohibullah was a key facilitator in an insurgent attack cell led by Din Mohammad, a Taliban leader killed in a previous Special Operations mission. As a leader in Mohammad’s network in Tangi valley, Mohibullah had as many as 12 Taliban fighters under his command, including potential suicide bombers.
On the night of the crash, the inbound CH-47 carried Special Operations Forces intended to pursue insurgents from Mohammad’s network that were fleeing an engagement in which six militants had already been killed. While it has not been determined if enemy fire was the sole reason for the helicopter crash, it did take fire from several insurgent locations on its approach.
After an exhaustive manhunt, Special Operations forces located Mullah Mohibullah and the shooter after receiving multiple intelligence leads and tips from local citizens. The two men were attempting to flee the country in order to avoid capture.
The security force located and followed the insurgents to a wooded area in Chak district. After ensuring no civilians were in the area, the force called for the airstrike which resulted in the deaths of the Mullah Mohibullah, the shooter, and several of their Taliban associates.
The security force assesses no civilians were harmed during the strike. | {"name":"ISAF Forces Conduct Airstrike Against Insurgents Responsible for Downing CH-47","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-025 \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 10, 2011) – Coalition forces killed the Taliban insurgents involved with the recent downing of the CH-47 helicopter, with a precision airstrike in Chak district, Wardak province, yesterday.\nThe strike killed Taliban leader Mullah Mohibullah and the insurgent who fired the shot associated with the Aug. 6 downing of the CH-47 helicopter, which resulted in the deaths of 38 Afghan and coalition service members.\nMullah Mohibullah was a key facilitator in an insurgent attack cell led by Din Mohammad, a Taliban leader killed in a previous Special Operations mission. As a leader in Mohammad’s network in Tangi valley, Mohibullah had as many as 12 Taliban fighters under his command, including potential suicide bombers.\nOn the night of the crash, the inbound CH-47 carried Special Operations Forces intended to pursue insurgents from Mohammad’s network that were fleeing an engagement in which six militants had already been killed. While it has not been determined if enemy fire was the sole reason for the helicopter crash, it did take fire from several insurgent locations on its approach.\nAfter an exhaustive manhunt, Special Operations forces located Mullah Mohibullah and the shooter after receiving multiple intelligence leads and tips from local citizens. The two men were attempting to flee the country in order to avoid capture.\nThe security force located and followed the insurgents to a wooded area in Chak district. After ensuring no civilians were in the area, the force called for the airstrike which resulted in the deaths of the Mullah Mohibullah, the shooter, and several of their Taliban associates.\nThe security force assesses no civilians were harmed during the strike.","start_date":"2011-08-10","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":5,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-06-S-003
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 2)
An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader in Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, today. The leader controls a large number of insurgents and conducts attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the district. During the operation, the security force detained multiple suspected insurgents. | {"name":"3","text":"2012-06-S-003\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 2)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader in Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, today. The leader controls a large number of insurgents and conducts attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the district. During the operation, the security force detained multiple suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-06-02","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} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 12, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-036
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 12, 2011)
Combined Afghan and coalition forces detained several Haqqani network facilitators and several suspected insurgents during security operations in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The facilitators included an explosives instructor for the network, IED emplacer and Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin leader.
The combined security forces targeted three compounds based on numerous intelligence reports of insurgent activity in the area. Security forces secured and cleared the targeted compounds while ensuring the safety of women and children.
At all three locations, security forces interviewed local residents before detaining the facilitators. Security forces also detained four suspected Haqqani insurgents for more questioning. Three AK-47s, a shotgun, a rifle, a pistol and IED materials were also discovered during the search. There were no shots fired at any of the locations. | {"name":"Several detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 12, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-036
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 12, 2011)
Combined Afghan and coalition forces detained several Haqqani network facilitators and several suspected insurgents during security operations in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The facilitators included an explosives instructor for the network, IED emplacer and Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin leader.
The combined security forces targeted three compounds based on numerous intelligence reports of insurgent activity in the area. Security forces secured and cleared the targeted compounds while ensuring the safety of women and children.
At all three locations, security forces interviewed local residents before detaining the facilitators. Security forces also detained four suspected Haqqani insurgents for more questioning. Three AK-47s, a shotgun, a rifle, a pistol and IED materials were also discovered during the search. There were no shots fired at any of the locations.","start_date":"2011-04-11","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani;hig"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":6,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-09-S-034
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 22, 2012)
In Gardez district, Paktiya province today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani weapons dealer. The arrested weapons dealer is believed to be responsible for delivering supplies and weapons — including assault rifles — to Haqqani insurgents throughout the area for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. The Haqqani weapons dealer is also suspected of playing an active role in planning, preparing and coordinating insurgent attacks against security forces. The security force also detained a few suspected insurgents and seized weapons accessories and dozens of counterfeit IDs as a result of the operation. | {"name":"3","text":"2012-09-S-034\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 22, 2012)\nIn Gardez district, Paktiya province today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani weapons dealer. The arrested weapons dealer is believed to be responsible for delivering supplies and weapons — including assault rifles — to Haqqani insurgents throughout the area for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. The Haqqani weapons dealer is also suspected of playing an active role in planning, preparing and coordinating insurgent attacks against security forces. The security force also detained a few suspected insurgents and seized weapons accessories and dozens of counterfeit IDs as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2012-09-22","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":0} |
2013-01-S-025
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 25, 2013)
In Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader who oversaw a group of insurgents responsible for improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He also procured and distributed homemade explosives and IED-making materials to insurgents operating in Nawah-ye Barakzai and Nad ‘Ali districts. | {"name":"3","text":"2013-01-S-025\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 25, 2013)\nIn Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader who oversaw a group of insurgents responsible for improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He also procured and distributed homemade explosives and IED-making materials to insurgents operating in Nawah-ye Barakzai and Nad ‘Ali districts. ","start_date":"2013-01-25","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} |
2013-01-S-011
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 11, 2013) – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Burkah district, Baghlan province, today.
The leader planned and executed attacks against Afghan and coalition forces for both the Taliban and Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan and was used by both insurgent groups to root out those within their organizations thought to be disloyal.
During the operation, the security force seized ammunition and military-style uniforms. | {"name":"1","text":"2013-01-S-011\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 11, 2013) – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Burkah district, Baghlan province, today. \nThe leader planned and executed attacks against Afghan and coalition forces for both the Taliban and Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan and was used by both insurgent groups to root out those within their organizations thought to be disloyal. \nDuring the operation, the security force seized ammunition and military-style uniforms.","start_date":"2013-01-11","event_type":["detention"],"province":["baghlan"],"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 Morning Operational Update June 2, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-06-S-005
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 2, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured an al Qaida facilitator during an overnight security operation in Nahr-e Shahi district, Balkh province, yesterday.
The facilitator was a Pakistan-based attack planner and a close associate of senior al Qaida insurgents. He is a former associate of Osama Bin Laden and it’s suspected he was with Bin Laden in Afghanistan in 2001.
The Afghan-led security force identified the facilitator’s location early Wednesday morning, and tracked him to an associated compound in Nahr-e Shahi. The security force moved quickly to isolate the compound, and an Afghan member of the force called for the facilitator and all other personnel to exit the buildings peacefully. All occupants complied, allowing the security force to ensure the safety of the women and children.
The security force searched the area and conducted on-scene questioning with residents, resulting in the facilitator identifying himself to the force. Once identified, the force took him into custody along with two of his associates.
The facilitator is one of several senior al Qaida and Taliban insurgents captured in the province since February of this year. Additionally, more than 35 individuals associated with al Qaida and Taliban activity have been detained in the province during the same time frame.
No civilians were harmed during the operation. | {"name":"AQ facilitator captured in Balkh","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 2, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-005\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 2, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured an al Qaida facilitator during an overnight security operation in Nahr-e Shahi district, Balkh province, yesterday.\n\nThe facilitator was a Pakistan-based attack planner and a close associate of senior al Qaida insurgents. He is a former associate of Osama Bin Laden and it’s suspected he was with Bin Laden in Afghanistan in 2001. \n\nThe Afghan-led security force identified the facilitator’s location early Wednesday morning, and tracked him to an associated compound in Nahr-e Shahi. The security force moved quickly to isolate the compound, and an Afghan member of the force called for the facilitator and all other personnel to exit the buildings peacefully. All occupants complied, allowing the security force to ensure the safety of the women and children.\n\nThe security force searched the area and conducted on-scene questioning with residents, resulting in the facilitator identifying himself to the force. Once identified, the force took him into custody along with two of his associates.\n\nThe facilitator is one of several senior al Qaida and Taliban insurgents captured in the province since February of this year. Additionally, more than 35 individuals associated with al Qaida and Taliban activity have been detained in the province during the same time frame.\n\nNo civilians were harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2011-06-01","event_type":["detention"],"province":["balkh"],"target_group":["aq"],"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 (Dec. 3)
A Taliban facilitator was captured by a combined Afghan and coalition security force during an operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, today. The facilitator provided lethal aide to include insurgent fighters, roadside bombs and munitions. Additionally, he distributed money to insurgents and conducted deadly attacks against Afghan forces in Kandahar province. The security force detained six additional suspected insurgents during the operation. | {"name":"3","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 3)\nA Taliban facilitator was captured by a combined Afghan and coalition security force during an operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, today. The facilitator provided lethal aide to include insurgent fighters, roadside bombs and munitions. Additionally, he distributed money to insurgents and conducted deadly attacks against Afghan forces in Kandahar province. The security force detained six additional suspected insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2011-12-03","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":7,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-07-S-023
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 13. 2012)
In Andar district, Kunduz province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to arrest the Taliban military leader of the district today. During the operation, the security force killed one insurgent after he shot at them as they approached the Taliban leader’s suspected location. No civilians were harmed in the exchange. As a result of the operation, the Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents, and seized multiple firearms and grenades. | {"name":"2","text":"2012-07-S-023\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (July 13. 2012)\nIn Andar district, Kunduz province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to arrest the Taliban military leader of the district today. During the operation, the security force killed one insurgent after he shot at them as they approached the Taliban leader’s suspected location. No civilians were harmed in the exchange. As a result of the operation, the Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents, and seized multiple firearms and grenades.","start_date":"2012-07-13","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["kunduz"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":4,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2013-01-S-017
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 17, 2013)
In Maiwand district, Kandahar province, yesterday, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader. The leader was responsible for coordinating improvised explosive device operations and complex attacks. He oversaw the acquisition of multiple types of IEDs and weapons for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the province. | {"name":"4","text":"2013-01-S-017\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 17, 2013)\nIn Maiwand district, Kandahar province, yesterday, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader. The leader was responsible for coordinating improvised explosive device operations and complex attacks. He oversaw the acquisition of multiple types of IEDs and weapons for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the province.","start_date":"2013-01-16","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} |
Taliban Facilitator Linked to Election Attacks Captured in Ghazni
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-240 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 22) - Afghan and coalition security forces captured a high-level Taliban facilitator, who planned and coordinated attacks targeting recent elections.
The facilitator, who is associated with foreign fighters, was detained during an Afghan-led operation in Ghazni province overnight.
Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in Waghaz district to search for the facilitator. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compound.
After conducting initial questioning with the residents at the scene, the security force identified and detained the facilitator.
The security force also discovered and destroyed multiple automatic weapons, grenades and magazines along with a shotgun at the scene. The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search. | {"name":"Taliban Facilitator Linked to Election Attacks Captured in Ghazni","text":"Taliban Facilitator Linked to Election Attacks Captured in Ghazni\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-240 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 22) - Afghan and coalition security forces captured a high-level Taliban facilitator, who planned and coordinated attacks targeting recent elections.
The facilitator, who is associated with foreign fighters, was detained during an Afghan-led operation in Ghazni province overnight.
Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in Waghaz district to search for the facilitator. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compound.
After conducting initial questioning with the residents at the scene, the security force identified and detained the facilitator.
The security force also discovered and destroyed multiple automatic weapons, grenades and magazines along with a shotgun at the scene. The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-09-21","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-11-S-022
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2012)
In Kandahar province today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader suspected of distributing IED components to insurgents and facilitating IED ambushes and attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. The security force also detained a number of other suspected insurgents. | {"name":"2","text":"2012-11-S-022\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2012) \nIn Kandahar province today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader suspected of distributing IED components to insurgents and facilitating IED ambushes and attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. The security force also detained a number of other suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-11-15","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} |
July 3: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-013
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 3) - An Afghan-international security force captured a Taliban commander, a facilitator and two other suspected insurgents in Nangarhar Province last night.
The commander is directly linked to the Taliban emir of Khogyani district and assisted with the recent influx of Lashkar-e Tayyiba (LeT) insurgents into the province. LeT is the Pakistan-based terrorist organization responsible for the November 2008 Mumbai attacks. The security force captured the insurgents while searching a compound near the village of Khermane, Khogyani district. Afghan soldiers used a loudspeaker to call for all the occupants to come outside and then secured the building.
Multiple grenades were discovered and destroyed at the scene. | {"name":"4 captured in Nangarhar","text":"July 3: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-013
For Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (July 3) - An Afghan-international security force captured a Taliban commander, a facilitator and two other suspected insurgents in Nangarhar Province last night.
The commander is directly linked to the Taliban emir of Khogyani district and assisted with the recent influx of Lashkar-e Tayyiba (LeT) insurgents into the province. LeT is the Pakistan-based terrorist organization responsible for the November 2008 Mumbai attacks. The security force captured the insurgents while searching a compound near the village of Khermane, Khogyani district. Afghan soldiers used a loudspeaker to call for all the occupants to come outside and then secured the building.
Multiple grenades were discovered and destroyed at the scene.","start_date":"2010-07-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["let;taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1} |
2012-06-S-026
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 14)
In Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader today. The captured leader armed and coordinated the movement of Taliban insurgents throughout the region. He was an IED expert and instructed insurgents on their use and placement. The security force detained two additional suspected insurgents. | {"name":"3","text":"2012-06-S-026\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 14)\nIn Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader today. The captured leader armed and coordinated the movement of Taliban insurgents throughout the region. He was an IED expert and instructed insurgents on their use and placement. The security force detained two additional suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-06-14","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":1} |
Afghan, Coalition Forces Detain Haqqani Network Leader in Khost
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-01-S-258 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 23, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces detained a Haqqani Network leader who operates in Tanai district along with six suspected insurgents during a security operation in Khost province yesterday.
The Haqqani Network leader conducted improvised explosive device attacks against coalition force convoys along a local route in Tanai. He was in direct contact with other Haqqani Network leaders in the area before his detention. Recent reporting indicates he placed IEDs along various roads throughout the district targeting Afghan National Army and coalition force vehicles. These IEDs reportedly detonated on an ANA patrol vehicle.
Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in Tanai district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit out of the buildings peacefully, including a madrassa, before conducting a search and securing the area. The Haqqani Network leader and six suspected insurgents were detained inside the madrassa based on initial questioning at the scene. | {"name":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Detain Haqqani Network Leader in Khost","text":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Detain Haqqani Network Leader in Khost\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-01-S-258 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 23, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces detained a Haqqani Network leader who operates in Tanai district along with six suspected insurgents during a security operation in Khost province yesterday.
The Haqqani Network leader conducted improvised explosive device attacks against coalition force convoys along a local route in Tanai. He was in direct contact with other Haqqani Network leaders in the area before his detention. Recent reporting indicates he placed IEDs along various roads throughout the district targeting Afghan National Army and coalition force vehicles. These IEDs reportedly detonated on an ANA patrol vehicle.
Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in Tanai district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit out of the buildings peacefully, including a madrassa, before conducting a search and securing the area. The Haqqani Network leader and six suspected insurgents were detained inside the madrassa based on initial questioning at the scene.","start_date":"2011-01-22","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":7,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1} |
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-08-S-056
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 21, 2011)
In Qalat district, Zabul province, an Afghan and coalition combined security force captured a Taliban leader and one suspected insurgent during a security operation, yesterday. The detained leader was responsible for leading attacks against Afghan National Security Forces in the district. He also coordinated roadside bomb placements and facilitated weapons for other insurgents. | {"name":"Taliban leader and another detained in Zabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-056\nFor Immediate Release \n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 21, 2011)\nIn Qalat district, Zabul province, an Afghan and coalition combined security force captured a Taliban leader and one suspected insurgent during a security operation, yesterday. The detained leader was responsible for leading attacks against Afghan National Security Forces in the district. He also coordinated roadside bomb placements and facilitated weapons for other insurgents.","start_date":"2011-08-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["zabul"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1} |
Coalition Forces Eliminate Taliban Leader with Precision Air Strike
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-203
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 18, 2010) — Coalition forces conducted a precision air strike in Bala Murghab district in Badghis province, killing a senior Taliban leader yesterday.
Mullah Tor Jan was a Quetta Shura-appointed inspector for the Taliban Commission in the district. Tor Jan was also known as a Taliban leader who spent time with the deputy shadow governor of Badghis province.
Intelligence sources allowed an Afghan and coalition force to track an armed individual to a remote cave complex. Using a loudspeaker the security force called for the individual to exit peacefully. The suspected insurgent shot at the force leading to a progressive, escalated response that ended with a precision air strike on the cave complex to eliminate the threat. | {"name":"Coalition Forces Eliminate Taliban Leader with Precision Air Strike","text":"Coalition Forces Eliminate Taliban Leader with Precision Air Strike\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-203
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 18, 2010) — Coalition forces conducted a precision air strike in Bala Murghab district in Badghis province, killing a senior Taliban leader yesterday.
Mullah Tor Jan was a Quetta Shura-appointed inspector for the Taliban Commission in the district. Tor Jan was also known as a Taliban leader who spent time with the deputy shadow governor of Badghis province.
Intelligence sources allowed an Afghan and coalition force to track an armed individual to a remote cave complex. Using a loudspeaker the security force called for the individual to exit peacefully. The suspected insurgent shot at the force leading to a progressive, escalated response that ended with a precision air strike on the cave complex to eliminate the threat.","start_date":"2010-12-17","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["badghis"],"target_group":["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} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 19, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-06-S-062
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 19, 2011)
In Tarnek wa Jaldak district, Zabul province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader yesterday. The leader commanded a roadside bomb cell and was directly responsible for several attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.
He and an associate were discovered at a compound in the district during the night search. With no women or children present, the Afghan-led force identified the two men and apprehended them. While searching the area, the security force also discovered several explosive device making materials. | {"name":"Taliban leader and another detained in Zabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 19, 2011\n\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-062\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 19, 2011) \nIn Tarnek wa Jaldak district, Zabul province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader yesterday. The leader commanded a roadside bomb cell and was directly responsible for several attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.\n\nHe and an associate were discovered at a compound in the district during the night search. With no women or children present, the Afghan-led force identified the two men and apprehended them. While searching the area, the security force also discovered several explosive device making materials.","start_date":"2011-06-18","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":1} |
Wanted Insurgent Detained in Logar
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-310
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 28) - Acting on multiple intelligence reports and tips from concerned citizens, Afghan and coalition security forces detained a wanted insurgent during a combined operation in the village of Mullah Hadzrat in Logar province yesterday.
The captured insurgent commander was an expert in the manufacturing and use of improvised explosive devices. He was directly responsible for the planning and execution of numerous IED attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Forces. He was also an expert in the use of remote-control technologies to initiate IEDs.
Upon securing the compound, the force called-out the inhabitants multiple times in order to allow them to peacefully exit the building. There was no response.
The combined force then entered the compound and without incident detained the insurgent commander and several suspected insurgents.
The detainees were taken for processing and further questioning. | {"name":"Wanted Insurgent Detained in Logar","text":"Wanted Insurgent Detained in Logar\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-310
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 28) - Acting on multiple intelligence reports and tips from concerned citizens, Afghan and coalition security forces detained a wanted insurgent during a combined operation in the village of Mullah Hadzrat in Logar province yesterday.
The captured insurgent commander was an expert in the manufacturing and use of improvised explosive devices. He was directly responsible for the planning and execution of numerous IED attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Forces. He was also an expert in the use of remote-control technologies to initiate IEDs.
Upon securing the compound, the force called-out the inhabitants multiple times in order to allow them to peacefully exit the building. There was no response.
The combined force then entered the compound and without incident detained the insurgent commander and several suspected insurgents.
The detainees were taken for processing and further questioning.","start_date":"2010-09-27","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"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} |
Combined Force Detains 3 Insurgents While Targeting Taliban Leader
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-237 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 22) - Acting on tips from Afghan civilians and intelligence received, an Afghan and coalition security force detained three suspected insurgents in central Helmand province yesterday.
As the security force was in the process of securing the suspected insurgent compound, two armed insurgents were seen running away from the compound to a nearby wooded area. When the two insurgents showed hostile intent, the security force shot and killed them.
The security force then used call-out procedures in successive attempts to peacefully detain the targeted insurgent. The force protected the women and children present during the operation.
The target of the operation is a suicide IED attack-planner in central Helmand and is linked to an attack that either killed or injured 16 Afghans in Lashkar Gah.
UPDATE Combined Force Kills Suicide IED Planner During Raid
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-247
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 22) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed an Afghan and coalition security force killed Abdul Ahad, a suicide IED attack-planner in central Helmand, Tuesday.
In addition to planning attacks, Ahad was also responsible for commanding a local Taliban cell, in which he dispatched and coordinated suicide attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Acting on tips from Afghan civilians and intelligence received, the security force also detained several suspected insurgents during the operation.
As Afghan National Security and coalition forces were in the process of securing the suspected insurgent compound, when two armed insurgents were seen running away from the compound to a nearby wooded area. They were engaged and killed when they presented hostile intent.
Afghan National Security and coalition forces then used call-out procedures in successive attempts to peacefully detain the suspected insurgents.
The force protected 16 women and 31 children during the operation.
This is an update to IJC News Release #2010-09-CA-237 | {"name":"Combined Force Detains 3 Insurgents While Targeting Taliban Leader","text":"Combined Force Detains 3 Insurgents While Targeting Taliban Leader\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-237 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 22) - Acting on tips from Afghan civilians and intelligence received, an Afghan and coalition security force detained three suspected insurgents in central Helmand province yesterday.
As the security force was in the process of securing the suspected insurgent compound, two armed insurgents were seen running away from the compound to a nearby wooded area. When the two insurgents showed hostile intent, the security force shot and killed them.
The security force then used call-out procedures in successive attempts to peacefully detain the targeted insurgent. The force protected the women and children present during the operation.
The target of the operation is a suicide IED attack-planner in central Helmand and is linked to an attack that either killed or injured 16 Afghans in Lashkar Gah.\n\nUPDATE Combined Force Kills Suicide IED Planner During Raid\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-247
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 22) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed an Afghan and coalition security force killed Abdul Ahad, a suicide IED attack-planner in central Helmand, Tuesday.
In addition to planning attacks, Ahad was also responsible for commanding a local Taliban cell, in which he dispatched and coordinated suicide attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Acting on tips from Afghan civilians and intelligence received, the security force also detained several suspected insurgents during the operation.
As Afghan National Security and coalition forces were in the process of securing the suspected insurgent compound, when two armed insurgents were seen running away from the compound to a nearby wooded area. They were engaged and killed when they presented hostile intent.
Afghan National Security and coalition forces then used call-out procedures in successive attempts to peacefully detain the suspected insurgents.
The force protected 16 women and 31 children during the operation.
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ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-08-S-016
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 6, 2011)
During a security operation in Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader and two suspected insurgents, yesterday. The leader directed insurgent attacks in the Nawa area of Spin Boldak. | {"name":"Taliban leader and two suspected insurgents detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-016\nFor Immediate Release\n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 6, 2011) \nDuring a security operation in Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader and two suspected insurgents, yesterday. The leader directed insurgent attacks in the Nawa area of Spin Boldak.","start_date":"2011-08-05","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} |
2012-08-S-006
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 2, 2012)
In Andar district, Ghazni province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to arrest a Taliban leader, today. The Taliban leader controls several mid-level fighters and is directly involved in planning insurgent attacks. During the operation, the security force detained several suspected insurgents. | {"name":"3","text":"2012-08-S-006\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 2, 2012)\nIn Andar district, Ghazni province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to arrest a Taliban leader, today. The Taliban leader controls several mid-level fighters and is directly involved in planning insurgent attacks. During the operation, the security force detained several suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-08-02","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} |
June 2: Afghan National Army Soldiers Discover Weapons Cache in Badghis Province
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-004
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Afghanistan National Security Forces with ISAF partners conducted an operation early Sunday morning to disrupt Taliban command, control, and influence in the area, and to capture an insurgent who has supplied Taliban fighters with weapons and components for roadside bombs throughout northern Helmand Province.
The Afghan and ISAF combined force surrounded numerous compounds suspected of being hideouts for insurgents in the Baghran valley. After ensuring all residents exited the compounds safely, the combined force detained two men. Several women and children were protected in the operation, in which no shots were fired and no civilians were injured. | {"name":"2 detained in Helmand","text":"June 2: Afghan National Army Soldiers Discover Weapons Cache in Badghis Province\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-004
For Immediate Release\n\nAfghanistan National Security Forces with ISAF partners conducted an operation early Sunday morning to disrupt Taliban command, control, and influence in the area, and to capture an insurgent who has supplied Taliban fighters with weapons and components for roadside bombs throughout northern Helmand Province.
The Afghan and ISAF combined force surrounded numerous compounds suspected of being hideouts for insurgents in the Baghran valley. After ensuring all residents exited the compounds safely, the combined force detained two men. Several women and children were protected in the operation, in which no shots were fired and no civilians were injured.","start_date":"2010-05-30","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"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} |
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 28) – An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, today.
The leader was part of an explosives cell and coordinated the shipment of weapons and ammunition for use by insurgent fighters.
The security force confiscated multiple bomb-making materials and detained two suspected insurgents during the operation. | {"name":"1","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 28) – An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, today.\nThe leader was part of an explosives cell and coordinated the shipment of weapons and ammunition for use by insurgent fighters.\nThe security force confiscated multiple bomb-making materials and detained two suspected insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2012-01-28","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} |
May 27: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-05-CA-101
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 27) - An Afghan-international security force detained several individuals suspected of insurgent activity in Kandahar Province last night. The security force detained the individuals while searching a series of buildings south of Kudeza'I, Zharay district. Some of the suspects ran from the security force, but they were quickly and safely apprehended. | {"name":"Several Detained in Kandahar","text":"May 27: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-05-CA-101
For Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (May 27) - An Afghan-international security force detained several individuals suspected of insurgent activity in Kandahar Province last night. The security force detained the individuals while searching a series of buildings south of Kudeza'I, Zharay district. Some of the suspects ran from the security force, but they were quickly and safely apprehended.","start_date":"2010-05-26","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-08-S-042
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 16, 2011)
In Manduzai district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents while searching for a senior Haqqani network leader, yesterday. The senior Haqqani leader is directly involved with planning and conducting operations against Afghan and coalition security forces. He is also responsible for roadside bomb attacks and suicide bomb facilitation in Khost province. | {"name":"Numerous detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-042\nFor Immediate Release\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 16, 2011)\nIn Manduzai district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents while searching for a senior Haqqani network leader, yesterday. The senior Haqqani leader is directly involved with planning and conducting operations against Afghan and coalition security forces. He is also responsible for roadside bomb attacks and suicide bomb facilitation in Khost province.","start_date":"2011-08-15","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-07-S-056
For Immediate Release
An Afghan-led security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban facilitator in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, yesterday. The leader provides guidance to insurgents in Mata Khan district, Paktika province. | {"name":"Two suspected insurgents detained in Paktya","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-056\nFor Immediate Release\n\nAn Afghan-led security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban facilitator in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, yesterday. The leader provides guidance to insurgents in Mata Khan district, Paktika province.","start_date":"2011-07-17","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} |
Taliban Leader Captured During Overnight Operation in Logar
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-043
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4) – [...]
In western Nimroz province, a separate security force targeting a senior Taliban leader involved in vehicle-borne improvised explosive device and complex attacks throughout Farah and Nimroz provinces, detained more than 8 suspected insurgents during an overnight operation. The targeted individual is also a key facilitator and attack coordinator in the area’s weapons and IED facilitation network.
Intelligence tips led the security force to a remote compound in Khash Rod district to search for the targeted individual. After an Afghan-led call out, the joint security force cleared and secured the area. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents.
The assault force did not fire their weapons during either operation and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches. | {"name":"More than 8 suspected insurgents detained in Nimroz","text":"Taliban Leader Captured During Overnight Operation in Logar\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-043
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4) – [...]
In western Nimroz province, a separate security force targeting a senior Taliban leader involved in vehicle-borne improvised explosive device and complex attacks throughout Farah and Nimroz provinces, detained more than 8 suspected insurgents during an overnight operation. The targeted individual is also a key facilitator and attack coordinator in the area’s weapons and IED facilitation network.
Intelligence tips led the security force to a remote compound in Khash Rod district to search for the targeted individual. After an Afghan-led call out, the joint security force cleared and secured the area. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents.
The assault force did not fire their weapons during either operation and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches.","start_date":"2010-11-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["nimroz"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":9,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-11-S-005
KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Helmand province today. The detained Taliban leader executed ambush and IED attacks against Afghan and coalition forces while facilitating the movement of lethal aid throughout the province. | {"name":"3","text":"2012-11-S-005\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Helmand province today. The detained Taliban leader executed ambush and IED attacks against Afghan and coalition forces while facilitating the movement of lethal aid throughout the province.","start_date":"2012-11-04","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} |
UPDATE Taliban Attack Facilitator Capture Confirmed
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-065 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 6) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Taliban weapons facilitator for attacks in Kandahar City, as well as attacks against coalition force aircraft. An Afghan and coalition security force captured him during an operation in Kandahar province Friday.
The security force targeted a compound east of the village of Kariz-e Salim in Zharay district, a Taliban hotbed for staging attacks into Kandahar City. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then cleared the compounds.
After questioning all the residents, the security force detained the facilitator along with four of his associates.
The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search. | {"name":"Taliban Attack Facilitator Capture Confirmed","text":"UPDATE Taliban Attack Facilitator Capture Confirmed\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-065 For Immediate Release\nDownload PDF\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 6) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Taliban weapons facilitator for attacks in Kandahar City, as well as attacks against coalition force aircraft. An Afghan and coalition security force captured him during an operation in Kandahar province Friday.
The security force targeted a compound east of the village of Kariz-e Salim in Zharay district, a Taliban hotbed for staging attacks into Kandahar City. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then cleared the compounds.
After questioning all the residents, the security force detained the facilitator along with four of his associates.
The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.","start_date":"2010-09-03","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":5,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
2012-11-S-015
KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 11, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Ghazni province today. The detained Taliban leader is suspected of having organized and directed attacks on Afghan and coalition forces in the province. | {"name":"3","text":"2012-11-S-015\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 11, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Ghazni province today. The detained Taliban leader is suspected of having organized and directed attacks on Afghan and coalition forces in the province.","start_date":"2012-11-11","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"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} |
2012-10-S-007
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 5, 2012)
Afghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents during an operation in Muhammad Aghah district, Logar province, today. After positively identifying the insurgents burying an improvised explosive device and ensuring no civilians were in the vicinity, the security force engaged with a precision airstrike, killing the insurgents. A post-strike assessment determined no civilians were harmed and no civilian property was damaged during the operation. | {"name":"8","text":"2012-10-S-007\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 5, 2012)\nAfghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents during an operation in Muhammad Aghah district, Logar province, today. After positively identifying the insurgents burying an improvised explosive device and ensuring no civilians were in the vicinity, the security force engaged with a precision airstrike, killing the insurgents. A post-strike assessment determined no civilians were harmed and no civilian property was damaged during the operation.","start_date":"2012-10-05","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
UPDATE ISAF Confirms Taliban Senior Leader Captured in Wardak
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-127
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 13) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Taliban senior leader, who used suicide bombers and vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices to conduct attacks against Afghan and coalition forces, during an overnight operation in Wardak province Monday.
Based on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound in Kodgai village of Nerkh district to search for the targeted individual. 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 of the residents at the scene, the security force detained the senior leader along with three of his associates.
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.
This is an update to IJC News Release #2010-10-CA-123 | {"name":"UPDATE ISAF Confirms Taliban Senior Leader Captured in Wardak","text":"UPDATE ISAF Confirms Taliban Senior Leader Captured in Wardak\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-127
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 13) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Taliban senior leader, who used suicide bombers and vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices to conduct attacks against Afghan and coalition forces, during an overnight operation in Wardak province Monday.
Based on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound in Kodgai village of Nerkh district to search for the targeted individual. 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 of the residents at the scene, the security force detained the senior leader along with three of his associates.
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.
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ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, March 4, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-3-S-014
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 4, 2011)
Afghan and coalition forces detained two Taliban assassination cell members during an operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, yesterday.
According to official reporting, the Taliban assassination cell members were based in Kandahar province where they targeted Afghan civilians and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials through the use of intimidation, extortion and targeted assassinations.
Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound in the district, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The two targeted insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene for their involvement in insurgent activity. | {"name":"Two Taliban assassination cell members detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, March 4, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-3-S-014
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 4, 2011)
Afghan and coalition forces detained two Taliban assassination cell members during an operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, yesterday.
According to official reporting, the Taliban assassination cell members were based in Kandahar province where they targeted Afghan civilians and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials through the use of intimidation, extortion and targeted assassinations.
Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound in the district, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The two targeted insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene for their involvement in insurgent activity.","start_date":"2011-03-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 19, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-072
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 19, 2011)
In Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a clearance operation yesterday.
The combined force conducted the clearance operation in order to disrupt Taliban activity in the area. This area has historically been associated with multiple Taliban facilitators.
During the operation, the force secured and cleared several buildings. After securing each location the combined force interviewed residents about suspected Taliban activity in the area resulting in the detention of several individuals.
No shots were fired and no civilians were harmed during this operation. | {"name":"Several detained in Nangarhar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 19, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-072
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 19, 2011)
In Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a clearance operation yesterday.
The combined force conducted the clearance operation in order to disrupt Taliban activity in the area. This area has historically been associated with multiple Taliban facilitators.
During the operation, the force secured and cleared several buildings. After securing each location the combined force interviewed residents about suspected Taliban activity in the area resulting in the detention of several individuals.
No shots were fired and no civilians were harmed during this operation.","start_date":"2011-05-18","event_type":["detention"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0} |
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 2, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-003
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 2, 2011)
Also in Khost province, Afghan and coalition security forces detained three suspected insurgents while searching for a Haqqani network facilitator in Sabari district, yesterday.
The Haqqani insurgent is responsible for supplying other Haqqani members with communications gear in order to facilitate attacks against Afghan civilians and coalition forces. He also sends reports of coalition activities to various Haqqani insurgents in order to prepare attacks.
Joint security forces targeted a compound in the district based on intelligence tips. After securing and clearing the compound, security forces commenced their search and detained three suspected insurgents for further questioning. The combined forces also confiscated one rifle, one shotgun and ammunition. | {"name":"Three suspected insurgents detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 2, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-003
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 2, 2011)
Also in Khost province, Afghan and coalition security forces detained three suspected insurgents while searching for a Haqqani network facilitator in Sabari district, yesterday.
The Haqqani insurgent is responsible for supplying other Haqqani members with communications gear in order to facilitate attacks against Afghan civilians and coalition forces. He also sends reports of coalition activities to various Haqqani insurgents in order to prepare attacks.
Joint security forces targeted a compound in the district based on intelligence tips. After securing and clearing the compound, security forces commenced their search and detained three suspected insurgents for further questioning. The combined forces also confiscated one rifle, one shotgun and ammunition.","start_date":"2011-04-01","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 Morning Operational Update, Feb. 22, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-02-S-164
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 22, 2011)
Afghan and coalition forces detained a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin, or HIG facilitator along with several suspected insurgents during a security operation in Sabari district, Khost province yesterday.
The facilitator was responsible for supplying IEDs to HIG leaders and fighters for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Recent reporting indicates the HIG facilitator made arrangements to record a video of HIG insurgents preparing for upcoming attacks.
Security forces followed leads to a targeted compound where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The HIG facilitator and several suspected insurgents were detained based on initial questioning at the scene. | {"name":"Several suspected individuals detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 22, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-02-S-164
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 22, 2011)
Afghan and coalition forces detained a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin, or HIG facilitator along with several suspected insurgents during a security operation in Sabari district, Khost province yesterday.
The facilitator was responsible for supplying IEDs to HIG leaders and fighters for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Recent reporting indicates the HIG facilitator made arrangements to record a video of HIG insurgents preparing for upcoming attacks.
Security forces followed leads to a targeted compound where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The HIG facilitator and several suspected insurgents were detained based on initial questioning at the scene.","start_date":"2011-02-20","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["hig"],"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 April 30, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-091
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 30, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani leader and two of his associates during a security operation in Sabari district, Khost province yesterday.
The Haqqani leader was responsible for coordinating the transfer of explosives.
The combined security force targeted a compound in the district to search for the leader, based on multiple intelligence reports. The force secured and cleared the area with the compliance of all local residents.
Continuing the search, the force interviewed local residents about the whereabouts of the Haqqani leaders. Based on the information the local residents provided, the force was able to identify and detain the Haqqani leader. Two suspected insurgents were also detained for further questioning. | {"name":"Three detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 30, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-091
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 30, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani leader and two of his associates during a security operation in Sabari district, Khost province yesterday.
The Haqqani leader was responsible for coordinating the transfer of explosives.
The combined security force targeted a compound in the district to search for the leader, based on multiple intelligence reports. The force secured and cleared the area with the compliance of all local residents.
Continuing the search, the force interviewed local residents about the whereabouts of the Haqqani leaders. Based on the information the local residents provided, the force was able to identify and detain the Haqqani leader. Two suspected insurgents were also detained for further questioning.","start_date":"2011-04-29","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":1} |
Haqqani Facilitator Captured in Khost
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2010-08-CA-296 For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 27) - Afghan and coalition security forces captured a Haqqani network facilitator and two additional insurgents during their continued pursuit of Haqqani Network leadership in Khost province Thursday.
The security force targeted the Haqqani facilitator, responsible for the transportation of weapons and fighters, and conducting suicide bomber attacks, at a compound in Matun district.
Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compounds peacefully, and then secured the area. After questioning all of the residents at the scene, the security force detained the insurgents. They also found multiple automatic weapons with ammunition, magazines and improvised explosive device making material at the scene.
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search. | {"name":"Haqqani Facilitator Captured in Khost","text":"Haqqani Facilitator Captured in Khost\n
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2010-08-CA-296 For Immediate Release\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 27) - Afghan and coalition security forces captured a Haqqani network facilitator and two additional insurgents during their continued pursuit of Haqqani Network leadership in Khost province Thursday.
The security force targeted the Haqqani facilitator, responsible for the transportation of weapons and fighters, and conducting suicide bomber attacks, at a compound in Matun district.
Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compounds peacefully, and then secured the area. After questioning all of the residents at the scene, the security force detained the insurgents. They also found multiple automatic weapons with ammunition, magazines and improvised explosive device making material at the scene.
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-08-26","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":0} |
KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 17)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during an operation in Khanabad district, Kunduz province, today. The facilitator was involved in a recent suicide bomb attack in Baghlan province. No civilians were injured during the operation. | {"name":"2","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 17)\nA combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during an operation in Khanabad district, Kunduz province, today. The facilitator was involved in a recent suicide bomb attack in Baghlan province. No civilians were injured during the operation.","start_date":"2011-12-17","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kunduz"],"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} |