Force Targets Haqqani Leader in Khost
Force Targets Haqqani Leader in Khost
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-168 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 15) – Afghan and coalition forces captured a Haqqani Network leader during a security operation in Khost province yesterday.   The captured leader facilitated the movement of weapons, ammunition and improvised explosive device materials for groups operating in northern and southern Sabari district in addition to conducting attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the district.   The security force followed intelligence tips to a compound in Sabari district to search for the leader. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully before the joint security force cleared and secured the building.  After the area was secure, the security force conducted initial questioning at the scene before detaining the targeted individual along with one other suspected insurgent.   The assault forces did not fire their weapons and protected women and children throughout the operation.