ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 28, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-086 For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 28, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed two insurgents and detained numerous others while searching for a Haqqani network leader during a security operation in Ab Band district, Ghazni province, yesterday.
The targeted leader directs attack cells in western Paktika and southeastern Ghazni provinces, leading attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.  
Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in the district to search for the leader. While moving into position, the force came in contact and detained two suspected insurgents for further questioning. As the force continued with the mission they were engaged by two armed insurgents. The force responded to enemy fire, resulting in two insurgents killed.
Continuing their search, the force cleared several locations, detaining numerous additional suspected Haqqani insurgents for further questioning. During the initial altercation, the force discovered an AK-47 assault rifle, pistol and a chest rack.
The force ensured the safety of the women and children during the operation.