Haqqani leader detained in Khost
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 21, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-076 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 21, 2011) In Sabari district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network leader during a security operation yesterday.  The Haqqani leader coordinated fighters for attacks and assisted them in ambush preparation against Afghan and coalition forces. He and another senior Haqqani leader managed a large portion of Haqqani fighters in the district.  The leader was captured after the combined security force isolated and conducted a security clearance of his compound. He was identified after the force conducted on-scene interviews with residents.  The force was able to conduct and complete the mission while ensuring the safety of fourteen woman and eight children. No shots were fired during the search.

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ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 24, 2011

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-084  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 24, 2011)  ISAF today confirmed the capture of a Haqqani network leader during a security operation in Sabari district, Khost province, May 21. The leader managed a large portion of Haqqani fighters in the district, coordinated attacks and assisted them in ambush preparation against Afghan and coalition forces.