Haqqani facilitator and several associates detained in Khost
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 21, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2011-04-S-061 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 21, 2011) Also in Khost, a combined Afghan and coalition force captured a Haqqani Network facilitator and detained several of his associates during a security operation in Terayzai district, yesterday. The facilitator was responsible for providing direction to Haqqani personnel for direct attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.  The combined security force targeted a compound in the district based on numerous sources and intelligence reports. They located the compound and isolated it before calling for all occupants to exit the buildings. The force conducted their search, ensuring the safety of the women and children. While searching the area and interviewing residents, the force identified the Haqqani facilitator. The facilitator along with several individuals with suspected ties to the Haqqani network, were detained.