Haqqani leader and two associates detained in Khost
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 30, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-091 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 30, 2011)  In Sabari district, Khost province Afghan and coalition forces captured a Haqqani leader and two of his associates during a security operation yesterday.  The Haqqani leader was responsible for coordinating the transfer of explosives.  A combined security force targeted a compound in the district to search for the leader, based on multiple intelligence reports. The force secured and cleared the area with the compliance of all local residents.  Continuing the search, the force interviewed local residents about the whereabouts of the Haqqani leader. Based on the information the local residents provided, the force was able to identify and detain the Haqqani leader. Two suspected insurgents were also detained for further questioning.  There were no shots fired and no civilians harmed during these operations.