ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 30, 2011

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-110  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 30, 2011)  In Musa Qaleh district, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader yesterday. The Taliban leader is the key commander in the district, providing tactical direction, logistical support, and command oversight for insurgents in that area. He is involved in weapons and explosive-device facilitation, homemade bomb attacks and funding procurement for the insurgency in Musa Qaleh.   The Afghan-led security force identified the two individuals while searching a compound associated with the leader. The force’s suspicions were confirmed after conducting on-scene interviews with local residents. Both individuals were taken into custody for further questioning and possible detention. No shots were fired during the operation and no civilians were harmed.