ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
Release: 2011-11-S-005
 

KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 4, 2011)
During a routine security operation in Kajaki district, Helmand province, a coalition security force observed two insurgents emplacing an improvised explosive device yesterday. Assessing an imminent threat, the force requested close air support to engage the insurgent position, destroying the IED and damaging a nearby building. No civilians were harmed during the operation according to reports.