June 6: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Western Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  10-06-CA-018  For Immediate Release
 An Afghan-international security force captured a Haqqani network improvised explosive device (IED) cell leader and several other insurgents in Khost Province last night.   The combined force went to a compound north of Mehdi Kheyl, Khost district, after insurgents were seen implanting IEDs nearby. The assault force captured the targeted individual and other insurgents while searching the buildings.   The Haqqani network leader is responsible for emplacing IEDs, acquiring and distributing weapons, and coordinating suicide bombings.   No shots were fired and no one was harmed during the operation.