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2011-11-S-001 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 1. 2011) In Chak-e Wardak district, Wardak province, a combined Afghan and coaltion security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader yesterday. The leader conducts attacks against Afghan forces.	{"name":"5","text":"2011-11-S-001\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 1. 2011)\nIn Chak-e Wardak district, Wardak province, a combined Afghan and coaltion security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader yesterday. The leader conducts attacks against Afghan forces.","start_date":"2011-10-31","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}
2012-10-S-011 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 11, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan financial facilitator in Kunduz province, Wednesday. The arrested leader is suspected of being heavily involved in purchasing and trafficking weapons for use in attacks on Afghan and coalition forces in Kunduz province. The security force also detained multiple suspected insurgents as a result of the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-10-S-011\nFor Immediate Release\n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 11, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan financial facilitator in Kunduz province, Wednesday.\n\nThe arrested leader is suspected of being heavily involved in purchasing and trafficking weapons for use in attacks on Afghan and coalition forces in Kunduz province.\n\nThe security force also detained multiple suspected insurgents as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2012-10-10","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kunduz"],"target_group":["imu"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 03) An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Nahr-E Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader was a Taliban-appointed deputy and head of the insurgent group’s military commission in Badghis province. The captured leader arranged large-scale attacks, distributed weapons and collected taxes. He represented both the Taliban and Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan groups and was responsible for coordinating insurgent activities in Badghis and Faryab province. One additional suspected insurgent was detained during the operation.	{"name":"2","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 03) \n\nAn Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Nahr-E Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader was a Taliban-appointed deputy and head of the insurgent group’s military commission in Badghis province. The captured leader arranged large-scale attacks, distributed weapons and collected taxes. He represented both the Taliban and Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan groups and was responsible for coordinating insurgent activities in Badghis and Faryab province. One additional suspected insurgent was detained during the operation.","start_date":"2012-02-03","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["imu;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}
Afghan, Coalition Force Pursues IED Expert in Nangarhar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-146 For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 15) - An Afghan and coalition security force killed three insurgents in Nangarhar province last night during the force's continued pursuit of a Taliban improvised explosive device expert who specializes in advanced IED devices.   When the security force approached the targeted compound southeast of Gandomak in Sherzad district, several armed insurgents hiding in a tree line fired at them. The security force returned fire. When the gunfire subsided, the security force searched the area and discovered three insurgents, armed with multiple weapons, had been killed. A minor, who was with the group of insurgents, was also killed in the engagement.   "The targeted individual was linked to multiple IED attacks and is highly sought by insurgent leadership for his expertise in creating sophisticated and lethal IEDs," said U.S. Air Force Col. James Dawkins, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "Afghan and coalition forces do not intentionally target minors and we take these incidents very seriously.   The security force always exercises extreme measures to avoid injuring innocent civilians, but insurgents continuously take actions that place them at risk. While every soldier has a right to self defense, we greatly regret these incidents."	{"name":"Afghan, Coalition Force Pursues IED Expert in Nangarhar","text":"Afghan, Coalition Force Pursues IED Expert in Nangarhar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-146 For Immediate Release\nDownload PDF\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 15) - An Afghan and coalition security force killed three insurgents in Nangarhar province last night during the force's continued pursuit of a Taliban improvised explosive device expert who specializes in advanced IED devices.   When the security force approached the targeted compound southeast of Gandomak in Sherzad district, several armed insurgents hiding in a tree line fired at them. The security force returned fire. When the gunfire subsided, the security force searched the area and discovered three insurgents, armed with multiple weapons, had been killed. A minor, who was with the group of insurgents, was also killed in the engagement.   \"The targeted individual was linked to multiple IED attacks and is highly sought by insurgent leadership for his expertise in creating sophisticated and lethal IEDs,\" said U.S. Air Force Col. James Dawkins, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. \"Afghan and coalition forces do not intentionally target minors and we take these incidents very seriously.   The security force always exercises extreme measures to avoid injuring innocent civilians, but insurgents continuously take actions that place them at risk. While every soldier has a right to self defense, we greatly regret these incidents.\"","start_date":"2010-09-14","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":4,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-06-S-008 KABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 4) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader in Zurmat district, Paktiya province. The leader plans and conducts roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition troops throughout Gardez district. He is also an explosives expert who supervises the construction of remote control improvised explosive devices, and other types of bombs, for use by the insurgents under his control. During the operation, two groups of insurgents attacked the security force. The Afghan and coalition troops returned fire and requested a precision airstrike. A follow-on assessment of the area confirmed there had been no damage to civilian property and no civilians had been injured. The security force also confirmed multiple insurgents had been killed. As a result of the operation, the security force recovered a machine gun, multiple AK-47s, an RPG launcher, an RPG round, and several magazines of ammunition.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-06-S-008\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 4)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader in Zurmat district, Paktiya province. \nThe leader plans and conducts roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition troops throughout Gardez district. He is also an explosives expert who supervises the construction of remote control improvised explosive devices, and other types of bombs, for use by the insurgents under his control. \nDuring the operation, two groups of insurgents attacked the security force. The Afghan and coalition troops returned fire and requested a precision airstrike. A follow-on assessment of the area confirmed there had been no damage to civilian property and no civilians had been injured. \nThe security force also confirmed multiple insurgents had been killed. As a result of the operation, the security force recovered a machine gun, multiple AK-47s, an RPG launcher, an RPG round, and several magazines of ammunition.","start_date":"2012-06-04","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["paktya"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-08-S-027 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 14) An Afghan security force, support by coalition troops, arrested the senior Taliban leader Mawawi Akbar in Sarobi district, Kabul province, Sunday. Prior to his arrest, Akbar was one of the most senior Taliban insurgents operating in Surobi and was responsible for facilitating the movement of suicide bombers throughout Kabul province.	{"name":"7","text":"2012-08-S-027\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 14)\nAn Afghan security force, support by coalition troops, arrested the senior Taliban leader Mawawi Akbar in Sarobi district, Kabul province, Sunday. Prior to his arrest, Akbar was one of the most senior Taliban insurgents operating in Surobi and was responsible for facilitating the movement of suicide bombers throughout Kabul province.","start_date":"2012-08-12","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kabul"],"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 Evening Operational Update May 16, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-061 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 16, 2011) – A combined Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force operation resulted in the death of several insurgents in Tagab district, Kapisa province yesterday.  The operation was in response to a call for aid from a checkpoint that was under attack from insurgents.  The combined force arrived at the scene of the attack and immediately came under fire from small arms, machine guns, rocket-propelled grenades and mortars. They returned fire, killing five insurgents.	{"name":"Five killed in Kapisa","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 16, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-061 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 16, 2011) – A combined Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force operation resulted in the death of several insurgents in Tagab district, Kapisa province yesterday.  The operation was in response to a call for aid from a checkpoint that was under attack from insurgents.  The combined force arrived at the scene of the attack and immediately came under fire from small arms, machine guns, rocket-propelled grenades and mortars. They returned fire, killing five insurgents.","start_date":"2011-05-15","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kapisa"],"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}
2012-07-S-051 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 27, 2012) In Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, an Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during an operation to arrest a Taliban explosives expert today. The explosives expert manufactures and supplies insurgents with improvised explosive devices that are used to attack Afghan and coalition forces throughout eastern Afghanistan.	{"name":"3","text":"2012-07-S-051\nFor Immediate Release\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (July 27, 2012)\nIn Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, an Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during an operation to arrest a Taliban explosives expert today. The explosives expert manufactures and supplies insurgents with improvised explosive devices that are used to attack Afghan and coalition forces throughout eastern Afghanistan.","start_date":"2012-07-27","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}
2011-11-S-033 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 19, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of an al-Qaida network facilitator in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, Friday. The facilitator trained insurgents and worked as a courier. He delivered messages and transported money for the al-Qaida network. A shooter engaged the security force with small arms fire from a building inside of the compound during the operation. Assessing an immediate threat the security force returned fire, killing the facilitator. The security force detained two suspected insurgents and destroyed multiple weapons to include bomb making material, firearms, grenades, and ammunition. No civilians were injured during the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"2011-11-S-033\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 19, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of an al-Qaida network facilitator in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, Friday. \n\nThe facilitator trained insurgents and worked as a courier. He delivered messages and transported money for the al-Qaida network. \n\nA shooter engaged the security force with small arms fire from a building inside of the compound during the operation. Assessing an immediate threat the security force returned fire, killing the facilitator. \n\nThe security force detained two suspected insurgents and destroyed multiple weapons to include bomb making material, firearms, grenades, and ammunition. \n\nNo civilians were injured during the operation. ","start_date":"2011-11-18","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":["aq"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":2,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-12-S-007 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 5, 2012) – An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in Watahpur district, Kunar province, yesterday that resulted in the death of the insurgent leader, Mohammed Yar Gul, and two other insurgents. Mohammed Yar Gul coordinated the movement of insurgent fighters throughout Kunar province. He was directly involved in suicide attack operations in the region and planned and conducted improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Watahpur.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-12-S-007\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 5, 2012) – An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in Watahpur district, Kunar province, yesterday that resulted in the death of the insurgent leader, Mohammed Yar Gul, and two other insurgents.\nMohammed Yar Gul coordinated the movement of insurgent fighters throughout Kunar province. He was directly involved in suicide attack operations in the region and planned and conducted improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Watahpur.","start_date":"2012-12-04","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kunar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 21, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-073 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 21, 2011)  In the same province, coalition forces of an observation post spotted insurgents emplacing an IED in Kajaki district. After establishing positive identification, coalition forces engaged the enemy position killing several insurgents and forcing the others to flee.	{"name":"Several insurgents killed in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 21, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-073 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 21, 2011)  In the same province, coalition forces of an observation post spotted insurgents emplacing an IED in Kajaki district. After establishing positive identification, coalition forces engaged the enemy position killing several insurgents and forcing the others to flee.","start_date":"2011-03-20","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2011-11-S-034 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 20, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, yesterday. The leader coordinated roadside bomb attacks against Afghan forces. One additional suspected insurgent was detained during the operation.	{"name":"4","text":"2011-11-S-034\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 20, 2011)\nA combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, yesterday. The leader coordinated roadside bomb attacks against Afghan forces. One additional suspected insurgent was detained during the operation.","start_date":"2011-11-19","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":1}
Mar. 25: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-105  For Immediate Release In Kandahar yesterday, a joint security force went to an area southwest of Jazah in the Arghandab district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. The security force stopped two motorcycles and detained two suspected militants for further questioning.	{"name":"2 suspected militants detained in Kandahar","text":"Mar. 25: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nNEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-105  For Immediate Release\n In Kandahar yesterday, a joint security force went to an area southwest of Jazah in the Arghandab district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. The security force stopped two motorcycles and detained two suspected militants for further questioning.","start_date":"2010-03-24","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"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}
2013-01-S-015 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 15, 2013) An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Nerkh district, Wardak province, today. The leader facilitates the movement of weapons and improvised explosive device materials to insurgents in the province.	{"name":"4","text":"2013-01-S-015\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 15, 2013)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Nerkh district, Wardak province, today. The leader facilitates the movement of weapons and improvised explosive device materials to insurgents in the province.","start_date":"2013-01-15","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}
2012-08-S-020 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 10, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents during an operation to arrest a Haqqani leader in Shwak district, Paktiya province, today. The Haqqani leader is responsible for facilitating attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the district. 2012-08-S-027 KABUL, Afghanistan (August 14) Afghan and coalition security force officials confirmed today that a Haqqani leader was one of those detained during an operation in Shwak district, Paktiya province Aug 9. The detained Haqqani leader is responsible for numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the region.	{"name":"4","text":"2012-08-S-020\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 10, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents during an operation to arrest a Haqqani leader in Shwak district, Paktiya province, today. The Haqqani leader is responsible for facilitating attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the district.\n\n2012-08-S-027\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 14)\nAfghan and coalition security force officials confirmed today that a Haqqani leader was one of those detained during an operation in Shwak district, Paktiya province Aug 9. The detained Haqqani leader is responsible for numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the region.","start_date":"2012-08-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 10, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-028 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 10)  In Charkh district, Logar province, Afghan and coalition security forces targeted a Taliban leader and detained several suspected insurgents during security operations, yesterday.  The Taliban leader leads a direct action cell and is responsible for conducting numerous ambushes on Afghan and coalition forces.   Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound where they called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Several suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene.	{"name":"Several detained in Logar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 10, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-028 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 10)  In Charkh district, Logar province, Afghan and coalition security forces targeted a Taliban leader and detained several suspected insurgents during security operations, yesterday.  The Taliban leader leads a direct action cell and is responsible for conducting numerous ambushes on Afghan and coalition forces.   Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound where they called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Several suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene.","start_date":"2011-03-08","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Taliban Leadership Targeted, Suspected Insurgents Detained ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-S-193 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2010) — Two Afghan and coalition security operations resulted in the peaceful capture of several suspected insurgents in eastern and southern Afghanistan yesterday.  The security force conducted 92 percent of their night operations this month without shots fired.  An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an overnight search for a Taliban leader operating in Zurmat district of Paktiya province.  The targeted individual coordinates and conducts indiscriminate improvised explosive device attacks and facilitates weapons for fighters under his command.  Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound north of Hosaynkhel in Zurmat district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully before the joint security force cleared and secured the area. The security force detained the suspected insurgents after questioning at the scene.  The joint security teams conducted the operations in the hours of darkness between yesterday and today to minimize the risk to local citizens. No women or children were injured during the operations.	{"name":"Several suspected insurgents detained in Paktya","text":"Taliban Leadership Targeted, Suspected Insurgents Detained\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-S-193 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2010) — Two Afghan and coalition security operations resulted in the peaceful capture of several suspected insurgents in eastern and southern Afghanistan yesterday.  The security force conducted 92 percent of their night operations this month without shots fired.  An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an overnight search for a Taliban leader operating in Zurmat district of Paktiya province.  The targeted individual coordinates and conducts indiscriminate improvised explosive device attacks and facilitates weapons for fighters under his command.  Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound north of Hosaynkhel in Zurmat district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully before the joint security force cleared and secured the area. The security force detained the suspected insurgents after questioning at the scene.\n The joint security teams conducted the operations in the hours of darkness between yesterday and today to minimize the risk to local citizens. No women or children were injured during the operations.","start_date":"2010-11-13","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"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}
Taliban Shadow Mayor Targeted in Helmand ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-10-CA-200  For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 19) - An Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force patrol killed several insurgents in Lashkar Gah, Helmand province, Monday.   Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens led security forces to the suspected location of the shadow mayor of Nahr E Seraj, who is also a mid-level Taliban leader who plans and participates in improvised explosive device and small-arms attacks against ANSF and ISAF.   As the security force arrived at the suspected insurgent compound, several armed men were killed when they presented a threat to the ANSF and ISAF patrol.   After securing the compound, Afghan forces conducted a call-out to allow the occupants to exit peacefully.   The patrol protected four women and eight children during the operation, as well as detaining several men.	{"name":"Taliban Shadow Mayor Targeted in Helmand","text":"Taliban Shadow Mayor Targeted in Helmand\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-10-CA-200  For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 19) - An Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force patrol killed several insurgents in Lashkar Gah, Helmand province, Monday.   Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens led security forces to the suspected location of the shadow mayor of Nahr E Seraj, who is also a mid-level Taliban leader who plans and participates in improvised explosive device and small-arms attacks against ANSF and ISAF.   As the security force arrived at the suspected insurgent compound, several armed men were killed when they presented a threat to the ANSF and ISAF patrol.   After securing the compound, Afghan forces conducted a call-out to allow the occupants to exit peacefully.   The patrol protected four women and eight children during the operation, as well as detaining several men.","start_date":"2010-10-18","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":3,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Afghan and Coalition Force Captures Taliban Senior Commander in Logar  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-076  For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (August 8) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected Taliban insurgents in Logar province last night, including a Taliban senior commander who planned and conducted attacks against Afghan government officials and Afghan and coalition forces.   The security force targeted a compound in the village of Mirwal in Pul-e 'Alam district to search for the commander. Afghan forces called for all residents to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area. The assault force then detained the commander and one additional suspected insurgent for further questioning.   "Afghan and coalition forces have turned up the heat on insurgents operating in eastern Afghanistan," said Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Operations Center director. "We will not let these terrorists stand in the way of establishing a stable and secure Afghanistan, where the populace-elected Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan leads the people." The security fore did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the searches.	{"name":"Afghan and Coalition Force Captures Taliban Senior Commander in Logar","text":"Afghan and Coalition Force Captures Taliban Senior Commander in Logar\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-076  For Immediate Release\nDownload PDF\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 8) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected Taliban insurgents in Logar province last night, including a Taliban senior commander who planned and conducted attacks against Afghan government officials and Afghan and coalition forces.   The security force targeted a compound in the village of Mirwal in Pul-e 'Alam district to search for the commander. Afghan forces called for all residents to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area. The assault force then detained the commander and one additional suspected insurgent for further questioning.   \"Afghan and coalition forces have turned up the heat on insurgents operating in eastern Afghanistan,\" said Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Operations Center director. \"We will not let these terrorists stand in the way of establishing a stable and secure Afghanistan, where the populace-elected Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan leads the people.\" The security fore did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the searches.","start_date":"2010-08-07","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"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}
2012-11-S-022 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2012) Afghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents engaged in threatening activity during a security operation in Ghazni province today.	{"name":"4","text":"2012-11-S-022\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2012) \nAfghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents engaged in threatening activity during a security operation in Ghazni province today. ","start_date":"2012-11-15","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["ghazni"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leader in Kunduz Overnight ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-219  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 19) - Afghan and coalition forces killed and detained several insurgents while targeting a Taliban leader during an operation in Kunduz province last night.   The targeted individual is the Taliban leader for Imam Sahib district. He has planned attacks against government buildings, Afghan National Security Forces and coalition forces with improvised explosive devices, vehicle-borne IEDs, small arms fire and rocket propelled grenades.   Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound in Imam Sahib district to search for the Taliban leader. As the security force arrived at the targeted compound they received sporadic gunfire from armed insurgents resulting in coalition forces killing several insurgents.   After the initial engagement, Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the targeted compound peacefully before the joint force cleared and secured the buildings. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained several suspected insurgents. The security force found multiple weapons and chest racks.   The assault force protected women and children in the compound for the duration of the search.	{"name":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leader in Kunduz Overnight","text":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leader in Kunduz Overnight\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-219  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 19) - Afghan and coalition forces killed and detained several insurgents while targeting a Taliban leader during an operation in Kunduz province last night.   The targeted individual is the Taliban leader for Imam Sahib district. He has planned attacks against government buildings, Afghan National Security Forces and coalition forces with improvised explosive devices, vehicle-borne IEDs, small arms fire and rocket propelled grenades.   Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound in Imam Sahib district to search for the Taliban leader. As the security force arrived at the targeted compound they received sporadic gunfire from armed insurgents resulting in coalition forces killing several insurgents.   After the initial engagement, Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the targeted compound peacefully before the joint force cleared and secured the buildings. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained several suspected insurgents. The security force found multiple weapons and chest racks.   The assault force protected women and children in the compound for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-12-19","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["kunduz"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":3,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 13, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-06-S-044 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 13, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader during a nighttime operation in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, yesterday. The leader is in charge of direct fire and explosive-device cells in the Kariz-e Saydi and the Badula Qulp areas of northern Marjah. The Afghan-led security force searched for the leader at a compound associated with Taliban activity. Afghan members of the force interviewed residents and based on the information provided, two individuals were detained for further questioning.	{"name":"Two detained in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 13, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2011-06-S-044\nFor Immediate Release\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 13, 2011) \nA combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader during a nighttime operation in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, yesterday. The leader is in charge of direct fire and explosive-device cells in the Kariz-e Saydi and the Badula Qulp areas of northern Marjah.\n\nThe Afghan-led security force searched for the leader at a compound associated with Taliban activity. Afghan members of the force interviewed residents and based on the information provided, two individuals were detained for further questioning.","start_date":"2011-06-12","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"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 Evening Operational Update May 11, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-036 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 11, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces arrested several suspected members of an improvised explosive device attack network in Maidan Shar district, Kabul province, Monday.  Several men were arrested by Afghan forces on a Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan warrant for allegedly planning a vehicle-IED attack on an ANSF commander in Kabul. One of the men arrested is also suspected of facilitating the movement of explosives and IED components throughout Kabul. The men were arrested without incident and taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.	{"name":"Several detained in Kabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 11, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-036 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 11, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces arrested several suspected members of an improvised explosive device attack network in Maidan Shar district, Kabul province, Monday.  Several men were arrested by Afghan forces on a Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan warrant for allegedly planning a vehicle-IED attack on an ANSF commander in Kabul. One of the men arrested is also suspected of facilitating the movement of explosives and IED components throughout Kabul. The men were arrested without incident and taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.","start_date":"2011-05-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kabul"],"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}
2011-09-S-063 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 28, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents and seized weapons while conducting a security operation in search of a Taliban facilitator in Now Zad district, Helmand province, yesterday. The facilitator provides reports to Taliban leadership based in Pakistan following organized attacks against Afghan forces. Multiple weapons, including a 40 mm grenade launcher and grenades were seized by the security force for safe destruction at a later date.	{"name":"Multiple suspected insurgents detained in Helmand","text":"2011-09-S-063\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 28, 2011)\nA combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents and seized weapons while conducting a security operation in search of a Taliban facilitator in Now Zad district, Helmand province, yesterday. The facilitator provides reports to Taliban leadership based in Pakistan following organized attacks against Afghan forces. \n\nMultiple weapons, including a 40 mm grenade launcher and grenades were seized by the security force for safe destruction at a later date.","start_date":"2011-09-27","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}
Taliban Leader Targeted in Helmand Air Strike ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-S-262  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 21, 2010) — International Security Assistance Forces targeted a Taliban leader during an air strike in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, Saturday.  The targeted insurgent was an active tactical-level leader who planned, coordinated and executed direct and indirect fire attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF. He was also a key figure in the movement of weapons and ammunition within the district.  Multiple intelligence sources led ISAF to the location of the Taliban leader. After observing him for several hours, he and another insurgent departed the location on a motorcycle and ISAF followed them. As the leader traveled into a remote area, ISAF conducted an air strike and killed the leader and the other insurgent.  Initial reports indicate no civilians were hurt in the operation. ---- UPDATE: Taliban Leader Confirmed Killed in Air Strike ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-S-310 For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 24, 2010) — International Security Assistance Forces confirmed the death of Sabir, a Taliban leader in an air strike in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, Nov. 20. Sabir was an active tactical level leader who planned, coordinated and executed direct and indirect fire attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF. He led a cell of approximately 40-50 insurgents in the Nad ‘Ali area. He was also a key figure in the movement of weapons and ammunition within the district. Multiple intelligence sources led ISAF to location of Sabir. After observing Sabir for several hours, he and another insurgent departed the location on a motorcycle and ISAF followed them. As they traveled into a remote area, ISAF conducted an air strike and killed Sabir and the other insurgent. Initial reports indicate no civilians were hurt in the operation.	{"name":"Taliban Leader Targeted in Helmand Air Strike","text":"Taliban Leader Targeted in Helmand Air Strike\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-S-262  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 21, 2010) — International Security Assistance Forces targeted a Taliban leader during an air strike in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, Saturday.  The targeted insurgent was an active tactical-level leader who planned, coordinated and executed direct and indirect fire attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF. He was also a key figure in the movement of weapons and ammunition within the district.  Multiple intelligence sources led ISAF to the location of the Taliban leader. After observing him for several hours, he and another insurgent departed the location on a motorcycle and ISAF followed them. As the leader traveled into a remote area, ISAF conducted an air strike and killed the leader and the other insurgent.  Initial reports indicate no civilians were hurt in the operation.\n\n----\n\nUPDATE: Taliban Leader Confirmed Killed in Air Strike\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n2010-11-S-310\nFor Immediate Release\nDownload PDF\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 24, 2010) — International Security Assistance Forces confirmed the death of Sabir, a Taliban leader in an air strike in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, Nov. 20.\n\n Sabir was an active tactical level leader who planned, coordinated and executed direct and indirect fire attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF. He led a cell of approximately 40-50 insurgents in the Nad ‘Ali area. He was also a key figure in the movement of weapons and ammunition within the district.\n\nMultiple intelligence sources led ISAF to location of Sabir. After observing Sabir for several hours, he and another insurgent departed the location on a motorcycle and ISAF followed them. As they traveled into a remote area, ISAF conducted an air strike and killed Sabir and the other insurgent.\n\nInitial reports indicate no civilians were hurt in the operation.","start_date":"2010-11-19","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Jan. 31, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-345 For Immediate Release  Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 31, 2011) — Coalition forces conducted a precision airstrike against several insurgents, resulting in one local male being killed along with two armed insurgents being wounded in Pusht-e Rod district, Farah province yesterday.  Two armed insurgents were observed setting up two machine guns on an elevated rock outcropping. Shortly following the observation, numerous armed insurgents joined the original two armed insurgents at the rock outcropping. Intelligence reports indicate a Taliban leader was in the group.  Following the airstrike, a follow-on security force speaking with local villagers confirmed one local was killed in the airstrike and two armed insurgents were injured. At the time of the airstrike, the local national male was co-located with the group of armed insurgents while they were conducting insurgent activities.	{"name":"One killed and two wounded in Farah","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Jan. 31, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-345 For Immediate Release  Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 31, 2011) — Coalition forces conducted a precision airstrike against several insurgents, resulting in one local male being killed along with two armed insurgents being wounded in Pusht-e Rod district, Farah province yesterday.  Two armed insurgents were observed setting up two machine guns on an elevated rock outcropping. Shortly following the observation, numerous armed insurgents joined the original two armed insurgents at the rock outcropping. Intelligence reports indicate a Taliban leader was in the group.  Following the airstrike, a follow-on security force speaking with local villagers confirmed one local was killed in the airstrike and two armed insurgents were injured. At the time of the airstrike, the local national male was co-located with the group of armed insurgents while they were conducting insurgent activities.","start_date":"2011-01-30","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["farah"],"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- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-021 For Immediate Release In Dand district, Kandahar province, an Afghan-led security force detained a Taliban leader and one of his associates, yesterday. The leader was responsible for roadside bomb attacks against Afghan security forces.	{"name":"Taliban Leader Captured in Kandahar together with an associate","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-021\nFor Immediate Release \n\nIn Dand district, Kandahar province, an Afghan-led security force detained a Taliban leader and one of his associates, yesterday. The leader was responsible for roadside bomb attacks against Afghan security forces.","start_date":"2011-07-07","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"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}
Taliban Commander Killed, IED Manufacturer Detained in Paktika ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-295  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 27) - Afghan and coalition forces killed Azizullah, a Taliban sub-commander who operated mainly in Logar province, during an overnight operation in Paktika province.   Azizullah was connected to the July kidnapping and deaths of two US sailors. Additionally, a Taliban improvised explosive device manufacturer was among several insurgents detained during the operation.   Intelligence reporting led the security force to a remote compound in Sharan district to search for the commander. As the security force approached, several individuals ran from the compound. The security force tracked and peacefully detained them. Additionally, the assault force killed an insurgent hiding in a ditch after he threatened the security force. The security force later identified him as Azizullah.   After the area was secure, Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully and then the combined force secured the area. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained several more insurgents. The security force also found multiple Taliban propaganda videos at the scene.   The security force protected women and children for the duration of the search.	{"name":"Taliban Commander Killed, IED Manufacturer Detained in Paktika","text":"Taliban Commander Killed, IED Manufacturer Detained in Paktika\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-295  For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 27) - Afghan and coalition forces killed Azizullah, a Taliban sub-commander who operated mainly in Logar province, during an overnight operation in Paktika province.   Azizullah was connected to the July kidnapping and deaths of two US sailors. Additionally, a Taliban improvised explosive device manufacturer was among several insurgents detained during the operation.   Intelligence reporting led the security force to a remote compound in Sharan district to search for the commander. As the security force approached, several individuals ran from the compound. The security force tracked and peacefully detained them. Additionally, the assault force killed an insurgent hiding in a ditch after he threatened the security force. The security force later identified him as Azizullah.   After the area was secure, Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully and then the combined force secured the area. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained several more insurgents. The security force also found multiple Taliban propaganda videos at the scene.   The security force protected women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-09-26","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["paktika"],"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":0}
2012-06-S-039 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 22, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader in Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province, today. The leader is involved in the acquisition of suicide vests and directed multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the region. During the operation, the security force detained several suspected insurgents and multiple AK-47’s.	{"name":"5","text":"2012-06-S-039\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 22, 2012)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader in Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province, today. The leader is involved in the acquisition of suicide vests and directed multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the region. During the operation, the security force detained several suspected insurgents and multiple AK-47’s.","start_date":"2012-06-22","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-10-S-020 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 17, 2012) — An Afghan-led security force, supported by coalition troops, arrested a Taliban senior leader in Kandahar province today. The detained Taliban senior leader controlled Taliban assassination attempts, improvised explosive device operations, and suicide attacks throughout Kandahar district. The security force also detained a number of suspected insurgents and seized multiple IED-making materials as a result of the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-10-S-020\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 17, 2012) — An Afghan-led security force, supported by coalition troops, arrested a Taliban senior leader in Kandahar province today. \n \nThe detained Taliban senior leader controlled Taliban assassination attempts, improvised explosive device operations, and suicide attacks throughout Kandahar district. \n \nThe security force also detained a number of suspected insurgents and seized multiple IED-making materials as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2012-10-17","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 13, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-039 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 13, 2011)  In Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition force detained one suspected insurgent while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation in Chark district, yesterday. The leader is responsible for IED attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Charkh and Baraki Barak districts, Logar province.  The combined security force targeted a compound suspected of insurgent activity in the district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before the force commenced their search. After questioning all the residents, one suspected insurgent was detained for further questioning. The operation was conducted with no shots fired.	{"name":"One suspected insurgent detained in Logar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 13, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-039 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 13, 2011)  In Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition force detained one suspected insurgent while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation in Chark district, yesterday. The leader is responsible for IED attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Charkh and Baraki Barak districts, Logar province.  The combined security force targeted a compound suspected of insurgent activity in the district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before the force commenced their search. After questioning all the residents, one suspected insurgent was detained for further questioning. The operation was conducted with no shots fired.","start_date":"2011-04-12","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"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}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 27, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-090 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (March 27, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces detained an insurgent weapons facilitator during a clearing operation in Kabul province, yesterday.  The insurgent is responsible for acquiring and supplying munitions and explosives to insurgents in Kabul province.  Two individuals were detained during the operation and were taken by Afghan authorities for further questioning. The combined forces also confiscated one AK-47 during a search of the compound.	{"name":"Two detained in Kabul","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 27, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-090 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (March 27, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces detained an insurgent weapons facilitator during a clearing operation in Kabul province, yesterday.  The insurgent is responsible for acquiring and supplying munitions and explosives to insurgents in Kabul province.  Two individuals were detained during the operation and were taken by Afghan authorities for further questioning. The combined forces also confiscated one AK-47 during a search of the compound.","start_date":"2011-03-25","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kabul"],"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}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 17, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-058 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 17, 2011)Sabari - Khost In the same district and province, yesterday, Afghan and coalition security forces targeted a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin leader and detained three suspected insurgents during security operations.  The leader is responsible for approximately 50 fighters and facilitators in the Sabari district. He assists in the construction of IEDs and sells them to other insurgents. He also transports foreign fighters across the Afghanistan/Pakistan border and facilitates their movement throughout Khost province.  Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound, where security forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The three suspected insurgents were detained after initially questioning at the scene.	{"name":"Three detained in Khost","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 17, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-058 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 17, 2011)Sabari - Khost In the same district and province, yesterday, Afghan and coalition security forces targeted a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin leader and detained three suspected insurgents during security operations.  The leader is responsible for approximately 50 fighters and facilitators in the Sabari district. He assists in the construction of IEDs and sells them to other insurgents. He also transports foreign fighters across the Afghanistan/Pakistan border and facilitates their movement throughout Khost province.  Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound, where security forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The three suspected insurgents were detained after initially questioning at the scene.","start_date":"2011-03-16","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["hig"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Today, in Chak-e Wardak district, Wardak province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during an operation. The facilitator transported suicide vests, weapons and vehicles for use in spectacular attacks in Kabul city. The security force seized multiple weapons and detained three additional suspected insurgents during the operation.	{"name":"5","text":"Today, in Chak-e Wardak district, Wardak province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during an operation. The facilitator transported suicide vests, weapons and vehicles for use in spectacular attacks in Kabul city. The security force seized multiple weapons and detained three additional suspected insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2011-11-30","event_type":["detention"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2013-01-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 2, 2013) In Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a member of the Haqqani network who planned and executed attacks against Afghan government officials as well as Afghan and coalition forces. He was also responsible for the movement of weapons and provided funds to Haqqani fighters operating in Pul-e ‘Alam district.	{"name":"3","text":"2013-01-S-002\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 2, 2013)\nIn Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a member of the Haqqani network who planned and executed attacks against Afghan government officials as well as Afghan and coalition forces. He was also responsible for the movement of weapons and provided funds to Haqqani fighters operating in Pul-e ‘Alam district.","start_date":"2013-01-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 5, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-013 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 5, 2011) – An Afghan and coalition force killed several Taliban insurgents and detained several suspected insurgents in Sayad district, Sar-e Pul province, yesterday.  The target of the operation was a Taliban insurgent who is the shadow governor for Sar-e Pul province and key power broker in the north. He has ties to foreign fighter facilitation and suicide training camps operating in the province.  The joint security force targeted a compound in the district based on multiple intelligence sources. While moving into position to secure the compound, the security force was engaged by one Taliban insurgent. The force suppressed enemy fire, killing an insurgent. Several other insurgents from the same area were taken into custody by the joint security force.  The security force then secured and cleared the compound; detaining one additional insurgent for further questioning.  While preparing to exit the area, the force observed several Taliban members take cover in a ditch just outside of town. The security force isolated the ditch, calling for all insurgents to exit peacefully. The insurgents, armed with AK-47’s, engaged the security force. The force returned fire, resulting in several insurgents killed.	{"name":"Several killed and several detained in Sar-e Pul","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 5, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-013 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 5, 2011) – An Afghan and coalition force killed several Taliban insurgents and detained several suspected insurgents in Sayad district, Sar-e Pul province, yesterday.  The target of the operation was a Taliban insurgent who is the shadow governor for Sar-e Pul province and key power broker in the north. He has ties to foreign fighter facilitation and suicide training camps operating in the province.  The joint security force targeted a compound in the district based on multiple intelligence sources. While moving into position to secure the compound, the security force was engaged by one Taliban insurgent. The force suppressed enemy fire, killing an insurgent. Several other insurgents from the same area were taken into custody by the joint security force.  The security force then secured and cleared the compound; detaining one additional insurgent for further questioning.  While preparing to exit the area, the force observed several Taliban members take cover in a ditch just outside of town. The security force isolated the ditch, calling for all insurgents to exit peacefully. The insurgents, armed with AK-47’s, engaged the security force. The force returned fire, resulting in several insurgents killed.","start_date":"2011-04-04","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["sar-e pul"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":4,"min_captured":4,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
In Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghan and coalition security forces conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader today. The leader helps coordinate insurgent activities and provides logistical support to the Taliban between Kandahar City and the Herat area. The security force detained several suspected insurgents as a result of the operation.	{"name":"Several detained in Kandahar","text":"In Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghan and coalition security forces conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader today. The leader helps coordinate insurgent activities and provides logistical support to the Taliban between Kandahar City and the Herat area. The security force detained several suspected insurgents as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2012-03-03","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 07) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader distributes ammunition and weapons to insurgent fighters for use in attacks against coalition security forces. The security force detained several suspected insurgents during the operation.	{"name":"4","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 07)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader distributes ammunition and weapons to insurgent fighters for use in attacks against coalition security forces. The security force detained several suspected insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2012-02-07","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 Force Captures Taliban Attack Cell Leader Overnight ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-CA-016 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 2) – Afghan and coalition forces captured a Taliban attack cell member whose group was responsible for several assassinations of Afghan government officials, including a National Directorate of Security agent last month, during an overnight operation in Kandahar province.   Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound west of Kandahar city to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully, and then the joint security force cleared and secured the area.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the targeted individual.   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.	{"name":"Afghan, Coalition Force Captures Taliban Attack Cell Leader Overnight","text":"Afghan, Coalition Force Captures Taliban Attack Cell Leader Overnight\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-CA-016 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 2) – Afghan and coalition forces captured a Taliban attack cell member whose group was responsible for several assassinations of Afghan government officials, including a National Directorate of Security agent last month, during an overnight operation in Kandahar province.   Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound west of Kandahar city to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully, and then the joint security force cleared and secured the area.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the targeted individual.   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-11-01","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"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}
Precision Air Strike Conducted Against Shadow District Governor ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-247 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 22, 2011) — Coalition forces targeted the Taliban shadow district governor for Hisarak, Laghman province, killing more than 10 insurgents with two precision air strikes in the province yesterday.  The targeted Taliban shadow district leader conducted attacks against Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials and coalition forces. He poses a threat to the security of Afghan officials and coalition forces in Hisarak and Sherzad districts. According to recent reporting he has acquired improvised explosive device material, machine guns and rockets for future attacks.  Multiple armed insurgents, including the targeted Taliban leader, were identified in a remote mountain area of Hisarak district. After determining there were no civilians present, an air strike was called in to engage the group. The air strike resulted in several insurgents being killed.  Several hours later, multiple armed insurgents were identified in the same location. After determining there were no civilians present, a second air strike was called in to engage the group. The air strike resulted in numerous insurgents being killed.  The International Security Assistance Force is still gathering information to confirm if the targeted individual was one of the insurgents who was killed in the strikes. --- UPDATE: ISAF Confirms Status of Taliban Shadow District Governor ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-268 For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 24, 2011) — International Security Assistance Force confirmed Maulawi Anwar, a Taliban shadow district governor for Hisarak was killed during a precision air strike in Laghman province Jan. 21.  Maulawi Anwar conducted attacks against Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials and coalition forces. He posed a threat to the security of Afghan officials and coalition forces in Hisarak and Sherzad districts in Nangarhar province. According to recent reporting, he had acquired improvised explosive device material, machine guns and rockets for future attacks.	{"name":"Precision Air Strike Conducted Against Shadow District Governor","text":"Precision Air Strike Conducted Against Shadow District Governor\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-247 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 22, 2011) — Coalition forces targeted the Taliban shadow district governor for Hisarak, Laghman province, killing more than 10 insurgents with two precision air strikes in the province yesterday.  The targeted Taliban shadow district leader conducted attacks against Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials and coalition forces. He poses a threat to the security of Afghan officials and coalition forces in Hisarak and Sherzad districts. According to recent reporting he has acquired improvised explosive device material, machine guns and rockets for future attacks.  Multiple armed insurgents, including the targeted Taliban leader, were identified in a remote mountain area of Hisarak district. After determining there were no civilians present, an air strike was called in to engage the group. The air strike resulted in several insurgents being killed.  Several hours later, multiple armed insurgents were identified in the same location. After determining there were no civilians present, a second air strike was called in to engage the group. The air strike resulted in numerous insurgents being killed.  The International Security Assistance Force is still gathering information to confirm if the targeted individual was one of the insurgents who was killed in the strikes.\n\n---\n\nUPDATE: ISAF Confirms Status of Taliban Shadow District Governor\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-268\nFor Immediate Release Download PDF\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 24, 2011) — International Security Assistance Force confirmed Maulawi Anwar, a Taliban shadow district governor for Hisarak was killed during a precision air strike in Laghman province Jan. 21.\n Maulawi Anwar conducted attacks against Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials and coalition forces. He posed a threat to the security of Afghan officials and coalition forces in Hisarak and Sherzad districts in Nangarhar province. According to recent reporting, he had acquired improvised explosive device material, machine guns and rockets for future attacks.","start_date":"2011-01-21","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["laghman"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":7,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}