name: Haqqani leader captured and two Haqqani insurgents killed in Khost
text: ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 25, 2011
  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-076 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (April 25, 2011)   A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network leader and killed two Haqqani insurgents during a security operation in Nadir Shah Kot district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader coordinated attacks and was responsible for supplying insurgents with ammunition, small arms and rockets. Multiple intelligence sources and tips from citizens led the security force to a compound in the district to search for the leader. The force isolated the compound and while attempting to clear the area they were engaged by two armed insurgents. The force responded to the insurgent attack, resulting in two insurgents killed. The force continued their search without further incident. After interviewing residents, the force identified and detained the Haqqani leader. The women and children were protected throughout the search.