Haqqani leader detained with two others in Khost
2011-09-S-050
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

KABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 22, 2011)
Lastly, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network leader during a security operation in Bak district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader moved roadside bombs across the border and throughout Khost province. He planned vehicle bomb attacks and facilitated insurgents with weapons and equipment. In addition, the security force detained two suspected insurgents and confiscated weapons and ammunition during the operation.