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)  In Charkh district, Logar province yesterday, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation.  The leader is responsible for coordination and execution of attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Multiple intelligence reports of insurgent activity in the district led the combined security force to target a compound in search of the leader. The force searched the compound without using deadly force. While searching the compound they identified several individuals with ties to the insurgent leader. All were detained for further questioning.  Throughout the operation, the force was careful to ensure the safety of all women and children.