2012-06-S-039
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (June 22, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition force conducted a security operation, in Watahpur district, Kunar province, today.
The target of the operation was Nabi Rahman, a Taliban leader and explosives expert who coordinated the movement of insurgents in the region, provided explosive materials and training to insurgents, and planned attacks against Afghan and Coalition forces.
During the operation, the Afghan and coalition security force requested a precision airstrike.  After the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment and confirmed Rahman had been killed.
The precision airstrike did not damage any civilian property and did not harm any civilians.