name: Several detained in Paktika
text: 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)  A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation in Bermel district, Paktika province, yesterday. The area is historically known as an insurgent facilitation and training center.  The security force searched multiple buildings in the village in search of Taliban activity. While searching the area the force came across several individuals who they assessed had ties to Taliban and Haqqani activity in the area. With the help of residents, the force was able to identify and detain several suspected insurgents for further questioning. Throughout the search, the force ensured the safety of the women and children.