Several detained in Paktya
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 8, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-06-S-028
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (June 8, 2011) 
In Paktiya province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an overnight security operation in Zurmat district, yesterday. The Afghan-led force detained the individuals while searching for a Haqqani network facilitator who operates in the district and is involved with car-bomb activities.

The search was conducted at the facilitator’s suspected compound. After searching the area, the force interviewed residents and apprehended the suspected insurgents for further questioning. The force conducted the operation without the use of force and no civilians were harmed.