ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 6, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-06-S-022
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (June 6, 2011) 
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several individuals with suspected ties to the Taliban during an overnight security operation in Sar-e Pul district, Sar-e Pul province, yesterday. The Afghan-led security force was in the district searching for a Taliban leader who plans and executes attacks against Afghan National Security Forces.

While moving into position, the security force noticed two individuals attempting to flee the area. The force pursued the individuals, capturing both of them. They then searched the targeted compound where one additional suspected insurgent was detained. No civilians were harmed during the operation.

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ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 13, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-06-S-044
For Immediate Release
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 13, 2011) 
ISAF today confirmed the capture of several Taliban leaders in northern provinces over the last week. 
A Taliban leader who assisted with roadside bomb attacks and providing equipment to insurgents was captured in Sar-e Pul district, Sar-e Pul province, June 5.