Several detained in Khost
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 3, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-006 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 3, 2011)  A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation to capture a Haqqani Network facilitator in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The facilitator is responsible for acquiring explosives and other weapons for attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces in the Terayzai and Sabari districts.  Multiple intelligence sources led the joint security force to the facilitators’ suspected location. After surrounding the compound, the security forces called for all residents to exit the buildings peacefully. The residents exited the compound peacefully, allowing the joint security force to ensure the safety of all civilians. After initial questioning, security forces identified and apprehended several suspected insurgents for further questioning. No civilians were harmed and no shots were fired during the operation.