name: Two HiG leaders detained in Khost
text: ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 13, 2011
  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-039 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (April 13, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition force captured two Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin leaders during a security operation in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. One leader is the overall Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin commander in the Sabari district while the second is his second-in-command. The security force targeted a compound in the district based on multiple intelligence tips of insurgent activity in the area. The security force secured the compound and Afghan soldiers called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, allowing the them to ensure the safety of all civilians. After initial questioning on the scene, the security force identified and detained both leaders along with several of their associates for further questioning. They also found multiple automatic weapons, a pistol, a chest rack and multiple grenades during their search. The entire operation was conducted with no shots fired.