ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 29, 2011

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-107  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 29, 2011)  In Shah Joy district, Zabul province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation targeting a Taliban leader yesterday.   The leader leads a core group of insurgent fighters augmented by al-Qaida associated foreign fighters assembled in Quetta, Pakistan.   Following multiple intelligence leads, the combined security force searched for the leader at a compound in Shah Joy district. During the search, the force noticed one individual, armed with an AK-47 assault rifle, attempting to flee the area. He was successfully apprehended and detained for further questioning. Several other suspected insurgents were identified after the force conducted interviews with local residents.   No shots were fired during the operation, and the security force was careful to ensure the safety of all women and children.