name: Haqqani leader captured, two killed and several others detained in Khost
text: ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, March 9, 2011
  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-024 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (March 9, 2011)   Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces captured a Haqqini network leader, killed two suspected insurgents, and detained several suspected insurgents during security operations in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader was responsible for coordinating improvised explosive device attacks throughout Sabari district and was responsible for supplying weapons to the network for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound where they called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The leader identified himself to the security forces at the scene. Several suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning. Security forces also discovered two AK-47 rifles, two magazines and a shotgun. As the security force was departing, two armed suspected insurgents threatened the force. The security force engaged and killed the suspected insurgents.