Several insurgents detained in Paktika
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 26, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-086 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 26, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces detained several suspected Haqqani Network insurgents, including the senior Haqqani leader in Orgun district, Paktika province yesterday.  The Haqqani insurgent is the senior leader for the Haqqani network in Bermel district. He has multiple connections with other Haqqani and Taliban leaders operating in Paktika province, and is responsible for multiple improvised explosive devices, indirect fire, and small-arms fire attacks against coalition forces and forward operating bases.  The combined forces targeted an area suspected of insurgent activity in Orgun district. The joint security force secured the targeted area then called for all occupants to exit the premises peacefully. After clearing and securing the area, the security force detained the Haqqani leader and several suspected insurgents for further questioning.