ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 24, 2011

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-084  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 24, 2011) In Qalat district, Zabul province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation yesterday.   The combined security force conducted the operation targeting key leaders of a Taliban IED attack cell in the district. These leaders are responsible for targeting Afghan and coalition vehicles.   The Afghan-led force tracked the targeted insurgents to two compounds in the district. The force cleared several buildings at both locations and conducted interviews with residents resulting in the identification and detention of several individuals.   The operation was completed with no shots fired, and no civilians harmed.