KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 8) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force calle for a precision air strike yesterday in Pech District, Kunar Province yesterday, killing Taliban leader, Ahmed Shah.  Prior to his death, Ahmed Shah planned attacks against Afghan government officials and security forces. He recently constructed a plan to increase attacks in Pech district, and provided a safe haven for 40 insurgent fighters.

Ahmed Shah was well-known in the Pech district for planning suicide operations in the Manogai area of the district. He used car bombs and multiple suicide bombers to carry out attacks.

As a senior Taliban member in Kunar province, Ahmed Shah led a delegation comprised of multiple insurgent leaders. In this role, he was responsible for equipping and leading subordinate Taliban insurgents in the province.

After ensuring no civilians were in the area, the security force called for the air strike.