ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 28, 2011

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-104 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 28, 2011)  In Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for two Taliban leaders yesterday.  One of the Taliban leaders is responsible for facilitating weapons, coordinating attacks, and conducting attacks against Afghan forces. He also instructs associates on how to use weapons and construct IEDs in Sayed Abad District of Wardak province and Baraki Barak district of Logar province.   The Afghan-led security force searched for the leader at a compound in the district where they discovered IED materials, a 107mm rocket and an AK-47 assault rifle. An Afghan member of the force questioned residents about insurgent activity in the area. After initial questioning, one individual was detained for further questioning.  During the search, the force found an infant who had been abandoned by the detainee as he attempted to flee. The security force members ensured the infant was quickly given to a village elder for his safety.  At a nearby location, the combined security force searched for the other Taliban leader. He is responsible for recruiting new fighters, coordinating attacks against Afghan security forces, and facilitating the movement of weapons. After securing and searching the area, the force identified two individuals with close association with the targeted insurgent leader. Both were detained for further questioning.  No civilians were harmed during either operation.