ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 12, 2011

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-038 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 12, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Murghab district, Badghis province yesterday.  The leader is the provincial commissioner for Taliban operations in Badghis province. He provides fighters to Taliban leaders in the province, and commands 10-15 fighters in the Bala Murghab area.  The combined security force targeted a compound in the district based on intelligence reports. The force secured and cleared several buildings without the use of force. While searching the area, they interviewed local residents about the whereabouts of the insurgent leader. Several individuals suspected of involvement with insurgent activity were detained for further questioning.  No civilians were harmed during the operation.