ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 13, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-041 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 13, 2011)  A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during a security operation in Baghlan-e Jadid district, Baghlan province yesterday.   The Taliban facilitator was a financier for both Taliban and Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin networks in the province.  He raised money throughout the region and funnelled it directly into the Baghlan Taliban financial commission.   The combined force searched a compound in Baghlan-e Jadid district based on intelligence reporting. The force secured and cleared the compound, and after having all occupants exit the premises peacefully, the force searched the area for the leader.   During initial questioning, the facilitator identified himself, and was detained by the security force for further questioning.   Throughout the search the security force was careful to ensure the safety of all women and children.