ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 28, 2011

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-104 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 28, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed a Haqqani network facilitator, Mohammad Umar, during a security operation in Manduzai district, Khost province yesterday.  Umar was responsible for supplying Haqqani insurgents with weapons, ammunition and explosives.  The Afghan-led security force targeted Umar after several intelligence sources reported Haqqani activity in Manduzai district. While searching the area, the force noticed Umar attempting to flee. Despite multiple security force attempts to de-escalate the situation, Umar charged at the force. An engagement followed, resulting in Umar’s death.  In addition to Umar’s death, two suspected insurgents were detained.  The force was able to conduct and complete the operation while securing the safety of all women and children.  No civilians were harmed as a result of this engagement.