ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 18, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2011-04-S-052 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 18, 2011) In Ghazni province, a combined Afghan and coalition force captured two Haqqani Network facilitators during a security operation in Ghazni district, yesterday. One facilitator provided safe havens for foreign fighters traveling from Kunduz to Paktika province and Pakistan for tactical training and operations. The other facilitator worked for both Haqqani and Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan leaders in Orgun district, Paktiya province. He facilitated Uzbek foreign fighters to support Haqqani attacks in Afghanistan and Pakistan.  The combined force targeted the compound in Ghazni city after multiple intelligence sources indicated insurgent activity in the area. After isolating the compound, Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the building peacefully, allowing the combined security force to ensure the safety of the civilians. The security force secured and cleared the area and conducted interviews with residents. Through the interviews, the security force identified and detained both the facilitators. One additional suspected insurgent was also detained for further questioning.