ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 14, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-042 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 14, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition force killed several insurgents, including the Taliban’s central appointed leader for Jowzjan province, Maulawi Qudus, and detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation in Darzab district, Jowzjan province, yesterday.  The targeted leader governed Taliban operations for the Qush Tepah district, Jowzjan province and was a strategic planner directing funding for operations and improvised explosive device emplacement.  Based on multiple intelligence sources and tips from citizens, the security force targeted the leader’s suspected compound. While moving into position, the combined force was engaged by several armed individuals. The security force responded to enemy fire, killing the individuals. As the security force moved to isolate the targeted building, they came in contact with another armed individual. The individual was engaged and killed by the security force.  Security forces secured and cleared the targeted compound, taking several suspected insurgents for further questioning. The security force ensured the safety of the women and children throughout the search.