Two Suspected Insurgents Detained in Ongoing Pursuit of Taliban Commander
Two Suspected Insurgents Detained in Ongoing Pursuit of Taliban Commander
 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-07-CA-182  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (July 26) - An Afghan and coalition security force continued their hunt for a Taliban commander who coordinates attacks against Afghan civilians, Afghan and coalition forces in the village of Abdol Qadar Kalay in Qalat. Two suspected insurgents were detained in an operation in Zabul province overnight. The Taliban commander orchestrates kidnappings of Afghan government officials, Afghan National Security Forces and civilians in the district.   A loudspeaker was used to call out to the residents to exit the targeted compound by the Afghan forces. The residents peacefully complied and were interviewed by the joint forces. The two suspected insurgents were later detained for further questioning. No shots were fired and the women and children were protected throughout the search.   "Our joint security forces are committed. Together we will continue to hunt those who threaten the security and stability of the Afghan government, and the brave Afghan people who have endured the tyranny of the Taliban far too long," Col. Rafael Torres ISAF Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director, said. "Everyone should have an opportunity to provide for their families. The people of Afghanistan are trying to move forward with their lives-we're going to assist their ongoing efforts."