Taliban leader detained and several killed in Badghis
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 20, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-074 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 20, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader and killed several insurgents during a security operation in Murghab district, Badghis province yesterday.   The targeted Taliban leader conducted IED and direct fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Darreh-I Bum and Qadis districts of Badghis province.   The combined force targeted the leader after intelligence reports indicated insurgent activity in the district. Several insurgents were killed as they attempted to engage the security force. Additionally, two suspected insurgents were detained for further questioning.   After initial assessment, it was discovered that one of the detained individuals was the targeted leader.   No women or children were harmed during this operation.