2012-04-S-046

For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 24) — An Afghan and coalition security force detained two insurgent leaders during an operation in Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, today. One of the leaders was from the Haqqani network and the other was a leader in the Taliban network.
The Haqqani leader directed roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout Pul-e ‘Alam and Baraki Barak districts. He also provided weapons, ammunition, and explosives to insurgents in the area.
The Taliban leader coordinated attacks against Afghan and coalition troops in Baraki Barak district as well. The security force detained two additional insurgents as a result of this operation.