Several suspected insurgents detained in Kandahar
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 14, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-042 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 14, 2011) Also in Kandahar, an Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation in Maiwand district, yesterday. The leader commands and facilitates multiple insurgents who conduct attacks against coalition forces in central Maiwand and the Garmabak region.  The combined security force targeted two compounds in the Maiwand district based on numerous intelligence reports of insurgent activity in the area. The force secured the first compound and detained one suspected insurgent for further questioning. The security force then moved to secure the second compound. Afghan forces called for all inhabitants to exit the premises peacefully. After initial questioning, the combined force detained two additional suspected insurgents for further questioning. The security force ensured the safety of all women and children throughout the search and no shots were fired.

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ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 15, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-044 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 15, 2011)  ISAF today confirmed the capture of a Taliban leader during a security operation in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, April 13. The leader commanded and facilitated multiple insurgents who conduct attacks against coalition forces in central Maiwand and the Garmabak region.