ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 30, 2011

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-110  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 30, 2011)  A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several insurgents during a security operation targeting a Taliban facilitator in Imam Sahib district, Kunduz province, yesterday. The facilitator supports an insurgent attack cell throughout central and northern Kunduz province. The network he supports consists of insurgents who are directly involved in homemade bomb and suicide vest attacks against Afghan government officials and Afghan National Security Forces.   The Afghan-led force searched several buildings and interviewed residents at a compound associated with the facilitator. Based on interviews with residents, the security force was able to identify and detain several suspected insurgents for further questioning. The force conducted and completed the operation without the use of force, all while ensuring the safety of the woman and children.