ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, March 7, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-021 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 7, 2011)  Afghan and coalition forces targeted two Haqqani network facilitators and detained several suspected insurgents during separate security operations in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday.  The first facilitator is responsible for providing IEDs and conducting roadside bombings against Afghan and coalition forces. He is also known to recruit Haqqini network personnel and provide safe havens to militants.  Intelligence reports led the security forces to the targeted compound where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Several suspected insurgents were detained based on initial questioning at the scene.  The second facilitator is responsible for acquiring weapons and finances to support Haqqini network operations.  A security force approached the second targeted compound where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. Two suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene for involvement in insurgent activity.