2012-08-S-042
For Immediate Release
 
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 22, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Taliban leader, in Now Zad district, Helmand province, today. The Taliban leader is in charge of acquiring weapons for Taliban fighters in Marjah and Washer districts.

2012-08-S-045
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 25, 2012)
Afghan and coalition officials confirmed today that a Taliban weapons dealer was one of several insurgents detained during an operation in Now Zad district, Helmand province, Aug. 22. The weapons dealer was responsible for acquiring weapons and ammunition for Taliban fighters in Marjah and Washer districts. He also directed and led attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.