Numerous individuals detained in Paktika
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) 
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous individuals with suspected ties to the Haqqani network during a security operation in Mota Khan district, Paktika province, yesterday. The Afghan-led force was searching for a senior Haqqani leader who is the Haqqani appointed governing official for attacks in the district.

The force searched a compound based on several intelligence tips. While searching, they identified numerous suspected insurgents. The suspects were transported with the security force for further questioning and possible detention. No shots were fired during the night operation.