name: Several killed and numerous others detained in Faryab
text: ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 7, 2011
  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-020 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (April 7, 2011)   A combined Afghan and coalition force killed several insurgents, detained numerous suspected insurgents and discovered a weapons cache during a security operation in Qaisar district, Faryab province, yesterday. The forces conducted a clearing operation to disrupt a Taliban safe haven known for improvised explosive device activity and weapons cache sites near Khwaja Kinti village in the district. The security force targeted the area near the village based on numerous intelligence reports and tips from citizens. While conducting the search, the combined security force was attacked by suspected insurgents. The force engaged the individuals, killing several. They also detained numerous suspected insurgents for further questioning. During the operation, the force discovered and destroyed a weapons cache with two IED pressure plates, ammunition for multiple weapon systems, three 100-foot (30 meters) spools of detonation cord, three chest racks, multiple rocket-propelled grenade rounds, one RPG propellant, 11 RPG Boosters, 10 pounds (4.5 kilograms) of ammonium nitrate, one main charge for an explosive, two 107 mm warheads, two 82 mm mortar rounds, and numerous vests with sniper rifle rounds sewn into the inside of the pockets.