Several killed in Kandahar
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-06-S-102

KABUL, Afghanistan (June 29, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition force killed several insurgents during a security operation in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, today.

The force was engaged by insurgents with small-arms fire and rocket propelled grenades. After positively identifying the insurgent’s position, the force returned fire, killing several insurgents.

Initial reports indicate no civilians were harmed during the operation.