Datasets:

strickvl

/

isafpressreleases

like 6

Insurgents Killed After Attack on Afghan Police Station in Kunduz

2010-08-CA-165;2010-08-CA-179

Insurgents Killed After Attack on Afghan Police Station in Kunduz 
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-165 
For Immediate Release
Download PDF

 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 15) - A coalition force air weapons team engaged a truck in Kunduz province yesterday, killing two insurgents and wounding several others after they witnessed the insurgents attacking an Aliabad police station. 

An Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan sub-commander known to conduct attacks on Afghan National Security Force checkpoints throughout the Gor Tapa area and to facilitate ammunition and mortars into the Chahar Darah district reportedly led the attack on the police station. The air weapons team tracked the insurgents from the police station and when they determined no civilians were in the area, they engaged the truck. The air weapons team assessed two insurgents killed and several others wounded in the attack. A follow-on security force detained two of the wounded insurgents at the hospital. 

"We will not allow insurgents to get away with these nefarious activities," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "They are standing in the way of peace and security and Afghan and coalition forces will pursue them." 

No one was killed or injured in the Aliabad police station attack. ---- UPDATE Al Qaeda Leader Killed after Attack on Afghan Police Station 
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-179 
For Immediate Release
Download PDF

 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 16) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the death of Abu Baqir, a dual-hatted Taliban sub-commander and Al Qaeda group leader, after a coalition force air weapons team engaged his truck in Kunduz province Sunday. 

He was one of two insurgents killed in the strike, which occurred after the air weapons team witnessed the insurgents attacking an Aliabad police station. The air weapons team tracked the insurgents from the police station and when they determined no civilians were in the area, they engaged the truck. The air weapons team killed two insurgents including Baqir, who was reportedly housing four potential suicide bombers for upcoming attacks on the city of Kunduz. The strike also wounded other insurgents. A follow-on security force detained two of them at the hospital. 

Editor's note: This update is to IJC News Release #2010-08-CA-165

insurgentskilled

Kunduz

Aliabad

AQ;IMU;Taliban

sub-commander;AQ group leader

2

2

two

two

true

true

true

true

false

true

true

false

1

0

0

0

true

8

2012-10-S-014

2012-10-S-014 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 13) Afghan and coalition forces conducted two security operations resulting in the death of two armed insurgents in Ghazni province Friday.

insurgentskilled

Ghazni

1

0

1

true

false

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

One detained in Logar

2011-09-S-067

2011-09-S-067 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 29, 2011) Lastly, in Muhhamad Aghah district, Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted a security operation in search of a Taliban leader yesterday. The leader coordinates and conducts attacks against Afghan government officials, as well as, plans car bomb attacks in the region. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent during the operation.

detention

Logar

Mohammad Agha

Taliban

leader

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

8

N/A

KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 16) A combined Afghan and coalition security force discovered a drug cache during an operation in Farah-Rud district, Farah province, yesterday. The cache consisted of approximately 233 pounds (106 kilograms) of opium. The security force also seized several firearms and detained one suspected insurgent during the operation. The drugs and firearms were confiscated and will be destroyed at a later date.

detention

Farah

Farah Rud

0

1

1

false

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Several killed in Zabul

2010-06-CA-007

June 3: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-06-CA-007 
For Immediate Release  In another operation, several individuals were killed by an Afghan-international security force as they searched for a Taliban weapons facilitator in Zabul Province last night. 

The combined force went to buildings in a rural area of Qalat district after intelligence information verified insurgent activities. As they approached the area, the security force came under fire. The joint force returned fire killing several assailants. 

After the firefight a search team found multiple automatic rifles, ammunition and communications equipment.

insurgentskilled

Zabul

Qalat

Taliban

weapons facilitator

3

0

several

true

false

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Several detained in Khost

2011-03-S-055

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 16, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-055
For Immediate Release 

KABUL, Afghanistan (March 16, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces captured two Haqqani network facilitators and detained several suspected insurgents, during security operations in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday.

One facilitator was responsible for the transfer of weapons and ammunition, as well as reporting on Afghan and coalition force movements. He also managed supply routes and provided financial, media and logistical support to the network. The second facilitator provided operational support for the network and acquired equipment for use in attacks.

Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound, where they called for all residents to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The HQN facilitators and several suspected insurgents were detained at the scene after initial questioning.

detention

Khost

Sabari district

Haqqani

facilitators

0

5

2;several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

2

false

1

2012-03-S-030

2012-03-S-030 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 26) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two insurgents during an operation to capture an insurgent leader with the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan in Shirin Tagab district, Faryab province, today. The leader plans and conducts attacks against coalition troops throughout northern Afghanistan and is also suspected in plotting an attack against a senior Afghan official. During the operation, the combined security force was engaged by multiple insurgents with small arms fire. The security force returned fire, killing the attacking insurgents. The security force also destroyed a rocket-propelled grenade launcher with several rockets, multiple AK-47 rifles, and a number of grenades as a result of this operation.

captureandkill

Faryab

Shirin Tagab

IMU

leader

3

2

2

multiple

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

2

2013-02-S-002

2013-02-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 4, 2013) In Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Sunday, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader. The leader is believed to have overseen nearly 30 Taliban fighters and is suspected of being responsible for coordinating complex attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

detention

Kandahar

Maiwand

Taliban

leader

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

Taliban leader and several associates captured in Helmand

2011-09-S-025

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-09-S-025 KABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 13, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader , along with several of his associates, during a security operation in the Nahr-e Saraj district, Hemland province. The leader provided targeting information on Afghan security forces, roadside bomb making materials and ammunition to Taliban members. In addition to the capture of the Taliban leader and detainment of several suspected insurgents, the security force confiscated weapons and 10 pounds (5 kilograms) of heroin during the operation.

detention

Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

Taliban

leader

0

4

leader;several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

3

2012-07-S-018

2012-07-S-018 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 10, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain the leader of a Taliban attack cell in Chimtal district, Balkh province, today. During the operation a group of insurgents attacked the combined force. The force returned fire killing all of the attackers. As the force continued their mission, another armed individual approached and threatened them with his weapon. He was consequently engaged and killed by the security force. The operation resulted in the detention of one suspected insurgent and the seizure of multiple weapons.

captureandkill

Balkh

Chimtal

Taliban

leader

4

1

1

group;1

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Afghan, Coalition Force Kills 8 Insurgents in Helmand

2010-10-CA-227 3298

Afghan, Coalition Force Kills 8 Insurgents in Helmand ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-227 3298 
For Immediate Release
Download PDF 

KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 21) - An Afghan and coalition patrol killed eight insurgents when the insurgents attacked the patrol with small-arms fire in the Sangin district of Helmand province Thursday.

 After positively identifying insurgent firing positions, the combined force returned fire. When the force continued to receive fire from the insurgent positions they requested artillery rocket support and close-air support. Two rockets were fired on insurgent positions and an International Security Assistance Force aircraft engaged an insurgent position with a precision-weapon.

 The combined force reported all weapons impacted the intended targets.

 Initial operational reporting states there were no civilian casualties.

insurgentskilled

Helmand

Sangin

8

0

8

true

false

false

true

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Taliban District Commander killed in Kandahar

2010-07-CA-101

Two Suspected Insurgents Detained in Helmand Province

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-101 
For Immediate Release

Last month Afghan and international forces killed Maulawi Mahmood, a recently appointed senior Taliban commander for Maiwand district in western Kandahar province.

insurgentskilled

Kandahar

Kandahar

West of Kandahar City

Taliban

senior Taliban commander

1

0

senior Taliban commander

true

false

true

false

false

true

true

false

1

0

0

0

true

ISAF Targets Senior Taliban Leader in Airstrike

2010-12-S-150;2010-12-S-285

ISAF Targets Senior Taliban Leader in Airstrike ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-150
For Immediate Release
Download PDF

KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 14) – A senior Taliban leader was targeted in an International Security Assistance Force airstrike in Pasaband district, Ghor province, yesterday.

 The target of the operation is a facilitator of money and small arms who specialized in improvised explosive device construction. He is known to have planned, coordinated and executed numerous IED and direct fire attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF.

 Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens led ISAF to the senior Taliban leader’s location. ISAF tracked the leader for several hours and as he was leaving a known insurgent location, he was engaged with a precision airstrike while travelling on his motorcycle with another insurgent.

ISAF is currently assessing the identity of those killed. Initial reports indicate there were no civilians harmed during the operation. ---- UPDATE: ISAF Confirms Status of Senior Taliban Leader ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-285
For Immediate Release
Download PDF 
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 24, 2010) – The International Security Assistance force confirmed that a senior Taliban leader was killed in an air strike in Pasaband district, Ghor province, Dec. 13.

 Shafiq, the targeted senior Taliban leader, was a facilitator of money and small arms who specialized in improvised explosive device construction. He planned, coordinated and executed numerous IED and direct fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

 Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens led ISAF to Shafiq’s location. Forces tracked him for several hours and as he was leaving a known insurgent location, he was engaged with a precision air strike while travelling on his motorcycle with another insurgent.

Initial reports indicate there were no civilians harmed during the operation.

airstrike

Ghor

Pasaband

Taliban

senior leader

2

0

2

true

false

false

true

false

true

true

true

0

0

0

0

false

Several suspected individuals detained in Khost

2011-02-S-058

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 9, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-02-S-058
For Immediate Release 

KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 9, 2011) 
In Sabari district, Khost province, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Haqqani Network facilitator, detaining several suspected insurgents during an operation yesterday. The facilitator operates in the district where he directly facilitates the movement of improvised explosive devices, mortars and other weapons across the district.

detention

Khost

Sabari district

Haqqani

facilitator

0

3

several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Insurgent detained in Helmand

2011-03-S-084

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 25, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-084
For Immediate Release      
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 25, 2011) – Afghan National Security Forces and International Security Assistance Forces confirmed the detention of a known insurgent during a combined operation in southern Afghanistan, today.

In Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province, during a detention operation, Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF detained an insurgent known to be an improvised explosive device facilitator responsible for several attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF.

detention

Helmand

Lashkar Gah

IED facilitator

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

false

UPDATE: Joint Operation Nets Taliban Leader and Associate

2011-01-S-189

UPDATE: Joint Operation Nets Taliban Leader and Associate ISAFJoint Command - Afghanistan
2011-01-S-189
For Immediate Release
Download PDF 
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 17, 2011) — Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces detained an alleged Taliban leader as well as improvised explosive device expert and an associate during a security operation in Kabul district, Kabul province yesterday.

The targeted Taliban leader and his associate are known to have been involved in rocket attacks and direct fire attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF in Baghlan and surrounding provinces. They are also reported to have ties to IED facilitators in Pakistan and are suspected in the murder of several civilians and government officials.

The pair were arrested by Afghan forces on a Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan warrant without incident and taken by Afghan forces for processing and further questioning.

detention

Kabul

Kabul

Taliban

leader

0

2

2

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Taliban IED Facilitator Captured in Zabul

2010-04-CA-059

Apr. 20: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Kandahar, Zabul, Helmand NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-04-CA-059
For Immediate Release  In Zabul last night, a joint force searched a compound east of the village of Garmam, in the Qalat district, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity. During the search the joint force captured a Taliban IED facilitator responsible for attacks on coalition forces, who also has close ties to other insurgent networks. When confronted the facilitator identified himself and surrendered. A few other suspected insurgents were also detained.

detention

Zabul

Qalat

East of Garmam

Taliban

IED facilitator

0

4

IED facilitator;a few other

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

false

3

2012-11-S-001

2012-11-S-001 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 1, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force killed Haqqani leader, Irfan, during a security operation in Paktiya province yesterday. Irfan, also known as Asayal and Hamza, was responsible for directing attacks against Afghan and coalition forces and coordinating the movement of weapons and bomb-making materials for the attacks.

insurgentskilled

Paktya

Haqqani

leader

0

0

true

false

true

false

false

true

false

false

1

0

0

0

true

Haqqani IED Facilitator and several others detained in Khost

2010-05-CA-057;2010-07-CA-041

May 14: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-05-CA-057 
For Immediate Release  Another Afghan-international security force captured a Haqqani-network IED facilitator and several other militants in Khost last night while acting on intelligence information that led the force to a compound north of Mehdi Kheyl, in the Tereyzai district. The IED facilitator is responsible for purchasing and building IEDs used against ISAF and Afghan forces.  The assault force found IED materials, blasting caps and demolition cord at the site. A local madrassa, normally meant for religious instruction, was used as the weapons storage facility.  No shots were fired and no one was harmed during the operation. --- July 8: Afghan, ISAF Operations in Khost Province ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 

2010-07-CA-041 This is the third recent successful operation against this insurgent cell. Afghan and international forces killed Wahidullah, a Haqqani network commander and IED specialist, who was part of the captured facilitator's cell, May 13. A joint force also captured five of the facilitator's associates, including his direct subordinate, June 24.

detention

Khost

Terayzai

Mehdi Kheyl

Haqqani

commander;IED facilitator

0

4

facilitator;several other

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

1

0

0

1

true

1 killed and several detained in Herat

2010-06-CA-024

June 8: Afghan-ISAF Forces Discover Weapons Cache in Uruzgan Province ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-06-CA-024 
For Immediate Release 
Afghan National Security Forces along with their ISAF partners conducted an operation south of Rowzeh Bagh, Herat Province, Saturday afternoon, to disrupt a Taliban network responsible for supplying improvised explosive device material, weapons and supplies in Helmand Province.
 
After surrounding the compounds where members of the insurgent network were suspected to be, Afghan Special Police called for the individuals to surrender. One insurgent was killed when he exited a compound and presented an imminent threat with a weapon to the combined force. The combined force ensured the rest of the compound residents exited the compound safely. 

Afghan police took possession of the insurgent who was killed, and several men were detained by the combined force. No civilians were injured in the operation.

captureandkill

Herat

??

Rowzeh Bagh

Taliban

1

3

several

one

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2012-12-S-009

2012-12-S-009 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 7, 2012) During an operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader who was responsible for transporting and distributing homemade explosives and improvised explosive device components to insurgents in the province. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent as a result of the operation.

detention

Kandahar

Kandahar

Taliban

leader

0

2

1;one

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

Several suspected insurgents detained in Khost

2011-04-S-061

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 21, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 
2011-04-S-061
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (April 21, 2011) 
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation in Khost district, Khost province, yesterday. The operation was conducted to apprehend several insurgents suspected of planning an attack in Khost province. The individuals have been conducting military training and preparation in a compound that is associated with Pakistan-based al-Qaida leadership.

Intelligence sources led the security force to a compound in the district. The security force isolated the compound and called for all occupants to exit the buildings. While conducting their search, the force interviewed residents, identifying and detaining several suspected insurgents for further questioning about the planned attack. The security force conducted the operation without firing a shot, ensuring the safety of civilians.

detention

Khost

Khost

0

3

several

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Senior Taliban Military Commissioner Captured in Takhar

2010-08-CA-054;2010-09-CA-040

Senior Taliban Military Commissioner Captured in Takhar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-040  KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 4) - An Afghan and coalition security force captured the Taliban military commissioner for six Takhar districts in the province Friday. 

The commissioner facilitates foreign fighter suicide bombers and leads attacks against Afghan National Security Forces operating in Takhar. He recently stepped in as the deputy shadow governor for Takhar province, after the former deputy, Muhammad Amin, was killed in a precision air strike Thursday. 

Recent reporting led the security force to go to a compound and a nearby campsite north of Dashi-e Qal'eh in Darquad district, to search for the targeted individual. As they approached, the security force came under fire by several armed insurgents as they ran from the targeted areas. 

The ground force and coalition aircraft engaged the insurgents, killing six. The security force found multiple weapons, a rocket-propelled grenade launcher and narcotics at the scene. 

After the fighting ceased, Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning all the residents, the security force detained the targeted individual and one of his associates. 
The assault force protected the women and children throughout the search. --- UPDATE: Taliban District Commander Confirmed ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-054 For Immediate Release
Download PDF 

KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 5) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the Taliban district commander for Darquad district was one of the insurgents targeted during an Afghan and coalition force operation in Takhar Friday. 

Attallah, the Taliban district commander for Darquad district, was killed in the operation. He maintained contact with senior Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan leaders in Pakistan and Takhar, Kunduz and Baghlan provinces. 

Attallah recently stepped in as the deputy shadow governor for Takhar province, after the former deputy, Muhammad Amin, was killed in a precision air strike Thursday. 

The operation was the same one which resulted in the capture of the Taliban military commissioner for six Takhar districts in the province. The commissioner facilitated foreign fighter suicide bombers and led attacks against Afghan National Security Forces operating in Takhar.

detention

Takhar

Darquad

Dashi-e Qal'eh

Taliban

military commissioner for 6 districts

6

2

two

six

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

2

2012-03-S-018

2012-03-S-018 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 17) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader during an operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, today. The leader planned and conducted attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Dand district. He also provided insurgents with weapons and ammunition. The security force detained one additional suspected insurgent during the operation.

detention

Kandahar

Kandahar

Taliban

leader

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Several killed in Kandahar

2011-06-S-085

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-06-S-085 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 25, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition vehicle interdiction operation targeted insurgent smuggling routes in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, yesterday. Several insurgents were killed during the operation when they attempted to engage the patrol. The patrol saw a vehicle being loaded with several bags from known narcotics sites. When the patrol attempted to stop the vehicle, several men fled the area, only to return later and attempt to engage the patrol. The patrol returned fire killing several insurgents.

insurgentskilled

Kandahar

Maiwand

3

0

several

true

false

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Several insurgents killed and two detained in Uruzgan

2011-04-S-007

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 3, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-007
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (April 3, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces killed several insurgents and discovered a weapons cache during a clearing operation in eastern Afghanistan, yesterday. 

In Uruzgan province, an Afghan National Security and ISAF patrol was engaged with small-arms fire by numerous insurgents in Deh Rawud district. The combined security forces returned fire and called for air support. After gaining positive identification, the air weapons team engaged the enemy position, killing several insurgents.

During the combined operation, the combined forces also detained two individuals that were taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.

After clearing the enemy location, the combined security forces confiscated a weapons cache consisting of one shotgun, three AK-47s, nine full AK-47 magazines, one rocket-propelled grenade launcher, five RPG rounds, 17 RPG motors, one 155 mm artillery shell, two grenades, one anti-tank mine and two chest racks. The weapons cache was safely destroyed on site.

captureandkill

Uruzgan

Deh Rawud

3

2

2

several

true

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Several killed and numerous others detained in Kandahar

2011-08-S-022

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-08-S-022 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 8, 2011) – A combined Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force patrol killed several insurgents and detained numerous others during an operation in Mya Neshin district, Kandahar province, yesterday. The targeted insurgent leader is a known facilitator of lethal aid used in attacks against ANSF and coalition forces. The suspected insurgents were detained by Afghan Security Forces for further questioning.

captureandkill

Kandahar

Miya Neshin

leader

3

4

numerous

several

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

1

2012-04-S-036

2012-04-S-036 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 17) — An Afghan and coalition security force conducted a security operation in Nerkh district, Wardak province, today. During the operation, multiple insurgents were observed setting up a heavy machine gun in the vicinity of a village while preparing to attack Afghan security forces. After ensuring no civilians were in the area, the security force called for a precision airstrike killing multiple insurgents. A follow-on assessment of the area after the strike determined no civilians were harmed and no civilian property was damaged.

airstrike

Wardak

Nerkh

3

0

multiple

true

false

false

true

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

6

2011-11-S-020

2011-11-S-020 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 14, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Haqqani network leader in Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, yesterday. The network leader directs attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

detention

Logar

Pul-e Alam

Haqqani

leader

0

3

multiple

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

1

2011-10-S-047

2011-10-S-047 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 24, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition patrol detained two suspected insurgents during an operation to disrupt an insurgent movements in Khash Rod district, Nimroz province, Saturday. The patrol also seized an improvised explosive device which was safely destroyed on site.

detention

Nimroz

Khash Rod

0

2

2

false

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Two Suspicious Men Detained

2010-08-CA-084

Two Suspicious Men Detained ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-084 
For Immediate Release
Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (August 9) - Two men were detained in Kandahar City when they attempted to pass through a checkpoint without identification by bribing Afghan National Civil Order Police. 

The men were traveling in a taxi and refused to show identification. The ANCOP questioned the taxi driver who stated that the men were Pakistani citizens and had offered a bribe for him to conceal their identity and let them pass. The officers refused and immediately detained them for further questioning. 

"The ANCOP working in Kandahar City are proud of their mission to protect the people and help bring security to Kandahar," said Capt. John Thomas, commander of Company D, 1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, whose unit is partnered with the ANCOP officers at Checkpoint 7-10. "They do not accept bribes because they believe in what they are doing."

detention

Kandahar

Kandahar City

Kandahar City

0

2

two

false

true

false

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Numerous Taliban insurgents killed in Paktya

2011-08-S-021

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-08-S-021 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 8, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed numerous Taliban insurgents during a security search for a Taliban leader in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, yesterday. The leader directs key facilitators, plans attacks, coordinates operations and has been implicated in a July 5 attack resulting in the deaths of three U.S. Soldiers. While searching for the leader, the security force observed several insurgents leaving the local area. The insurgents, who earlier in the day forced their way into the home of a local resident, fired at the security force using machine guns and AK-47 assault rifles. The force returned fire, killing the insurgents. The security force confiscated a rocket propelled grenade launcher and other grenades, along with the previously mentioned small arms.

insurgentskilled

Paktya

Zurmat

Taliban

leader

4

0

numerous

true

false

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

One detained in Khost

2011-08-S-058

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-058 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 22, 2011) In Sabari district, Khost province, an Afghan and coalition combined security force detained one suspected insurgent yesterday while searching for a Haqqani network leader. The leader is responsible for coordinating roadside bomb and direct action attacks against Afghan National Security Forces.

detention

Khost

Sabari district

Haqqani

leader

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2011-11-S-016

2011-11-S-016 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 12, 2011) In Rodat district, Nangarhar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation yesterday. There were no injuries to coalition forces or Afghan civilians reported during the operation.

detention

Nangarhar

Rodat

0

3

several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

2

2011-12-S-020

KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 14) A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during an operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, today. The facilitator moved and emplaced roadside bombs throughout Kandahar City. Multiple suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.

detention

Kandahar

Kandahar

Taliban

facilitator

0

4

1;multiple

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

false

Insurgent leader captured in Helmand

2011-03-S-033

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 11, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-033
For Immediate Release
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 11, 2011)  – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces confirmed the capture of an insurgents leader and supplier of IED components at a compound near Band’e Timor district, Helmand province, Wednesday.
 
The insurgent leader, Hashim Gul, was observed running into a compound adjacent to the Arghandab Rod River and was later detained by ANSF and ISAF.
 
There were no civilians casualties as a result of this operation.

detention

Helmand

Band-e TImor

leader

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

true

false

0

0

1

0

true

4

2011-11-S-038

2011-11-S-038 ISAF Joint Command - Afghsnistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 22, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during a security operation in search of a Taliban leader in Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, yesterday. The leader purchases supplies for insurgent fighters and plans attacks against Afghan forces.

detention

Kandahar

Panjwayi

Taliban

leader

0

3

multiple

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Multiple suspected insurgents detained in Khost

2011-10-S-030

2011-10-S-030 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 15, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Haqqani network leader in Terayzai district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader moved heavy machine guns and explosives throughout the region for use by insurgent fighters and organized roadside bomb attacks against Afghan forces.

detention

Khost

Terayzai

Haqqani

leader

0

3

multiple

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Weapons cache owner detained in Helmand

2010-03-CA-112

Mar. 27: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-03-CA-112 
For Immediate Release  Also in Nad-e Ali this morning an ISAF patrol found a cache containing two 105mm rounds, a PKM machine gun, a .303 rifle, an AK-47 rifle with more than 400 rounds of ammunition, and a .22-caliber pistol. The owner of the cache was detained.

detention

Helmand

Nad Ali

0

1

one

false

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

2 suspected insurgents detained in Paktika

2010-03-CA-062

Mar. 14: Afghan-ISAF Forces Discover Weapons Cache in Helmand Province NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-03-CA-062 
For Immediate Release 
Another Afghan-international force detained two suspected militants while pursuing a Taliban commander in the village of Shelgad, Zurmat district, Paktika Province last night.

detention

Paktika

Zurmat

Shelgad

Taliban

commander

0

2

two

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2013-02-S-011

2013-02-S-011 KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 13, 2013) Afghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents during an operation in Ghaziabad district, Kunar province, Tuesday. During the operation, the security force observed two individuals engaged in insurgent activity. The security force engaged the insurgents with a precision strike, killing both. A post-operation assessment determined no civilians were harmed and no civilian property was damaged during the operation.

airstrike

Kunar

Ghaziabad

2

0

2

true

false

false

true

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Haqqani leader and two associates detained in Paktika

2011-08-S-018

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-018 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 7, 2011) During a security operation in Mata Khan district, Paktika province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network leader and two of his associates, yesterday. The detained leader was responsible for roadside bomb attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces operating within the district.

detention

Paktika

Mata Khan

Haqqani

leader

0

3

1;2

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

Several insurgents detained in Logar

2011-03-S-094

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 29, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-094
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (March 29, 2011) 
In Logar province, an Afghan and coalition security force detained several insurgents while conducting clearing operations in Baraki Barak district, yesterday. The security force conducted a raid in the district based on multiple intelligence sources and tips from citizens. The area was known as a Taliban safe haven associated with IED activity.

After isolating the area, the security force called for all occupants to peacefully exit the buildings and then secured the area. After initial questioning on the scene, the force detained the suspected insurgents for further questioning. Various explosive components, weapons, ammunition and electronics were found buried.

detention

Logar

Baraki Barak

0

3

several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Taliban weapons facilitator and others detained in Kandahar

2011-03-S-022

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, March 8, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-022
For Immediate Release 

KABUL, Afghanistan (March 8, 2011) 
Afghan and coalition forces captured one Taliban weapons facilitator, targeted a Taliban IED facilitator and detained several insurgents during separate operations in Kandahar province, yesterday.

In Kandahar City, a combined patrol captured the Taliban weapons facilitator and detained two suspected insurgents. In Zhari district, a separate combined patrol targeted the Taliban IED facilitator and detained one suspected insurgent. 

Multiple intelligence reports guided the security forces to the targeted compounds where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting searches. The Taliban leader and several suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene.

detention

Kandahar

Kandahar City

Kandahar City

Taliban

weapons facilitator

0

3

1;2

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

false

Numerous suspected insurgents detained in Khost

2010-11-S-360;2010-12-S-002

Haqqani, Taliban Leaders Targeted Throughout Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-S-360
For Immediate Release
Download PDF 
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 29, 2010) – Afghan and coalition forces detained more than 15 suspected insurgents during three security operations over the last 24 hours.

A joint security force detained numerous suspected insurgents during their search for a Haqqani Network facilitator in Khost province yesterday.

The facilitator provides various weapons and ammunition to multiple insurgent groups operating in Sabari district.

Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound north of Guldar in Sabari district to search for the facilitator. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully before the joint security force cleared and secured the buildings. The security force detained the suspected insurgents after initial questioning at the scene. 
The security forces ensured the safety of the women and children throughout the operations. ---- UPDATE: ISAF Confirms Haqqani Foreign Fighter Facilitator Captured ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-002
For Immediate Release
Download PDF 
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 1) – The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Haqqani Network facilitator during an operation in Khost province Nov. 28. 

 The facilitator transported foreign fighters into the mountains of Musa Khel district to conduct attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He is also assessed to be the previous district senior leader for Qalandar.

 Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound north of Guldar in Sabari district to search for the facilitator. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully before the joint security force cleared and secured the buildings. The security force detained the facilitator along with several of his associates after initial questioning at the scene. 

 The security force ensured the safety of the women and children throughout the operation, which was conducted without shots fired.

This is an update to IJC News Release # 2010-11-S-360

detention

Khost

Sabari district

Guldar

Haqqani

facilitator

0

4

numerous

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

false

Militant Detained in Khost

2010-03-CA-125

Mar. 31: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Helmand, Khost, Paktiya NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan


2010-03-CA-125 
For Immediate Release  In Khost last night, a joint force searched a compound south of Lewan Kheyl, in the Sabari district, after intelligence information indicated militant activity. During the search the security force detained a suspected militant for further questioning and found automatic rifles, ammunition and chest racks.

detention

Khost

Sabari district

Lewan Kheyl

0

1

one

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Taliban leader detained in Kandahar

2011-04-S-091

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 Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province Afghan and coalition forces captured a Taliban leader during a security operation yesterday.

The leader prepared and conducted attacks against Afghan National Army and coalition forces.

A combined security force went to a compound in Panjway district after intelligence discovered insurgent activity in the area. After isolating the area, the force called for all occupants to exit the premises, allowing them to secure the safety of all women and children.

After initial questioning, the force identified and detained the Taliban leader. During the search, the force discovered and safely destroyed ten pounds of black tar heroin.

detention

Kandahar

Panjwayi

Taliban

leader

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

3

2011-11-S-001

2011-11-S-001 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 1. 2011) In Dilah wa Khoshamand district, Paktika province, a combined Afghan and coalition security patrol detained one suspected insurgent and discovered a weapons cache yesterday. The cache consisted of three AK-47 rifles, three ammunition pouches, 14 ammunition magazines, improvised explosive device wiring, various components used to construct IEDs, seven grenades, one machine gun, and a quantity of small arms ammunition. All of the weapons were confiscated by the combined force and will be destroyed at a later date.

detention

Paktika

Dilah wa Khshamand

0

1

1

false

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2012-09-S-011

2012-09-S-011 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 8, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during an operation to arrest an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan facilitator in Kunduz district, Kunduz province, today. The IMU facilitator is suspected of operating throughout the region, providing money, ammunition and explosives to support insurgent activity.

detention

Kunduz

Kunduz

IMU

facilitator

0

3

several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Taliban District Commander Removed from Battlefield

2010-09-CA-148

Taliban District Commander Removed from Battlefield ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-148 For Immediate Release
Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 15) - Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens led coalition forces to the location of a known Taliban district commander who was targeted in a coalition airstrike in Wardak province Tuesday. 

The target, Hamdullah, a Taliban commander, was killed in the targeted strike. He was also an explosives expert, also specializing in facilitating suicide bombers. 

According to intelligence reports, Hamdullah received extensive training in Pakistan in the manufacturing and emplacing of IEDs and construction of suicide vests. He was also directly responsible for ordering attacks, as well as emplacing IEDs throughout Wardak. 

Hamdullah was also known to have facilitated recent suicide bombing in Kabul and was actively planning attacks in Kabul and surrounding provinces in hopes of disrupting the upcoming elections. 

Initial reports indicate there were no civilians in the area during the strike. 

"We continue to capture or kill Taliban leadership in an effort to bring peace and stability to Afghanistan," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "These operations are taking a significant toll on the Taliban leadership and their will to fight." -30-

airstrike

Wardak

Taliban

district Taliban commander

1

0

one

true

false

false

true

false

true

false

false

1

0

0

0

true

1

2012-12-S-010

2012-12-S-010 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 8, 2012) - Afghan and coalition security forces confirmed today that the insurgent leader, Numan, and several other insurgents were killed during a security operation in Nari district, Kunar province, Tuesday. Numan facilitated the movement of weapons and money in the province and provided direct support to senior insurgent leaders in Kunar.

insurgentskilled

Kunar

Nari

leader

4

0

1;several

true

false

false

false

false

true

false

false

1

0

0

0

true

Afghan and Coalition Force Detains Two Suspected Insurgents in Kunduz

2010-07-CA-119

Afghan and Coalition Force Detains Two Suspected Insurgents in Kunduz 2010-07-CA-119 
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (July 20) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents in Kunduz province last night while in pursuit of a Taliban sub-commander who facilitates weapons and orders improvised explosive device (IED) and rocket attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces. 

The commander is in regular contact with Taliban and Haqqani Network senior leaders located in Pakistan. 

Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to peacefully exit the building. When no response was observed the assault force cleared and secured the buildings and detained two suspected insurgents. 

No shots were fired and the women and children present were protected throughout the search.

detention

Kunduz

Taliban

sub-commander

0

2

two

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

2 killed in Helmand

2010-06-CA-100

June 25: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Southern, Eastern, Northern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-06-CA-100 
For Immediate Release  Afghan National Security Forces with ISAF partners conducted an operation Wednesday night in Trek Nawa, east of Marjah, in Helmand Province to increase security to the Afghan population by disrupting a network known to supply explosives and other material used in constructing roadside bombs. 

As the Afghan-led force approached the compound housing insurgents, two armed individuals presented a direct threat and were killed. Afghan Special Police ensured all remaining residents left the compound safely. Several women and children were protected, and two men were taken into police custody. 

"In the last 12 weeks, insurgents have increased the number of civilian casualties they caused mainly by their use of indiscriminate tactics like IEDs and suicide bombings," said Lt. Col. Todd Vician, an ISAF Joint Command spokesman. "This operation was aimed directly at preventing insurgents from being supplied with material to conduct those attacks."  No civilians were reported harmed in any of these operations.

insurgentskilled

Helmand

Marja

Trek Nawa

2

0

two

true

false

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

6

2012-09-S-037

2012-09-S-037 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 24) An Afghan-led security force, supported by coalition troops, detained a few suspected insurgents during an operation to arrest a Haqqani leader in Khost district, Khost province, today. The Haqqani leader is believed to plan and coordinate improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the region. The security force also seized several firearms and heavy weapons ammunition as a result of the operation.

detention

Khost

Khost

Haqqani

leader

0

3

a few

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Several suspected insurgents detained in Farah

2010-11-S-317

Forces Continue Degrading Haqqani Network, Facilitator Captured ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-S-317
For Immediate Release
Download PDF 

KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 25) – Afghan and coalition forces captured another Haqqani Network facilitator during an operation in Khost province yesterday.

 The facilitator is the 17th Haqqani leader captured during non-kinetic operations, meaning no precision air strikes or shots fired, in the province this month.

 Meanwhile in Farah province, a separate joint security force detained several suspected insurgents as they targeted a key foreign-fighter facilitator in Farah district last night.

 The forces conducted the operation to capture the individual, a Taliban leader, after intelligence reports indicated his recent return to Afghanistan from Iran.

 The Taliban leader provides a conduit for foreign fighters from an array of terrorist networks, including Al Qaeda, to enter the country and fight for the Taliban. The insurgent acts on behalf of terrorist cells to move foreign fighters into Farah and Helmand via Iran.

 Afghan forces conducted a call out before the joint security force conducted the search. The forces discovered an assault rifle and chest rack during the search. The Afghan and coalition forces detained the suspects based on initial questioning at the scene.

 The joint security teams conducted the operations in the hours of darkness to minimize the risk to local citizens. No women or children were injured or detained during these operations.

 The security forces conducted the operations without firing their weapons.

detention

Farah

Taliban

leader

0

3

several

false

true

true

false

true

true

true

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2012-09-S-020

2012-09-S-020 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 15, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban attack cell leader in Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, today. The arrested leader is believed to be responsible for the transportation of weapons, ammunition and insurgent fighters to conduct attacks throughout Laghman and Nangarhar provinces. Prior to his arrest, the Taliban leader was suspected of planning attacks on Afghan security checkpoints. The security force also detained several other suspected insurgents and seized multiple firearms and small-arms ammunition during the operation.

detention

Nangarhar

Khugiani

Taliban

attack cell leader

0

4

1;several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

Commando-led Disruption Operation Leads to Six Insurgents Killed

Release #020

Commando-led Disruption Operation Leads to Six Insurgents Killed Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force For Immediate Release Release #020 HELMAND, Afghanistan (June 8, 2011) – A Commando-led disruption operation in Baghran district of Helmand province resulted in at least six insurgents killed and multiple weapon caches destroyed June 6. The Afghan Commando-Coalition Special Operation combined force met with heavy resistance and effective fire throughout the day. This fire resulted in two members, one Commando and one Special Operator, receiving gunshot wounds during the operation. Both wounded individuals are stable, and were safely transported to a medical facility for further treatment. “It is always hard when those you fight beside are injured,” said a Special Operator on the operation. “Even though two of our men were removed from the fight because of their injuries, the impact we made on the insurgents in the area was far greater.” The goal of the operation was to disrupt insurgent activity in the Wonay, Manu and Suray villages, which are believed to be a staging ground and safe haven according to Afghan leadership. The partnered force ensured civilians were safely evacuated from the area, then fired on insurgents with effective fire from both the ground and air. “I believe this operation achieved its goal,” said an Afghan Commando. “We eliminated many insurgents in the area, as well as destroyed many of their supplies. Those insurgents left should know that they are not safe or wanted here any longer.” During the operation, no civilians were injured in the fighting, or property damage reported.

insurgentskilled

Helmand

Baghran

6

0

at least 6

true

false

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Two detained in Balkh

2011-04-S-090

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 29, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-090
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (April 29, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation in Chahar Bolak district, Balkh province, yesterday. The leader facilitates improvised explosives device operations for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the district. 

Multiple intelligence tips of suspected insurgent activity in the area led the combined security force to target a compound in the district. The operation began as the force isolated the compound and called for all occupants to exit the buildings. The residents complied with the security force’s request, allowing them to ensure the safety of civilians.

The force searched and cleared several buildings, before interviewing local residents. Based on the interviews, two individuals with suspected ties to Taliban insurgency were detained for further questioning.

detention

Balkh

Chahar Bolak

0

2

2

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Multiple insurgents killed in Herat

2011-08-S-036

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-036 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 13, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition patrol killed multiple insurgents during a patrol in Zarghun district, Herat province, yesterday. The insurgents were killed after firing at the patrol. Following the firefight, several suspected insurgents were detained and taken in by Afghan Security Forces for further questioning.

captureandkill

Herat

Zarghun

3

3

several

multiple

true

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Several Detained in Helmand

2010-06-CA-115

June 27: Update on ISAF Operations in Southern Afghanistan 
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-06-CA-115 
For Immediate Release  An Afghan-international force conducting drug interdiction operations seized 655 kilograms of opium and 15 kilograms of heroin and detained several individuals in Garm Ser district, Helmand Province June 17. 

The drugs were discovered hidden inside two trucks, and after further investigation the combined force detained several suspected drug traffickers nearby who appeared to be under the influence of drugs. 

The report was held until investigators could positively identify the type of drugs.

detention

Helmand

Garmsir

0

3

several

false

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Suspect in Killing of 2 ISAF Soldiers

2011-04-S-021-UPDATE

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Suspect in Killing of 2 ISAF Soldiers ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-021-UPDATE For Immediate Release    KABUL, Afghanistan (April 7, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted a raid today in Maimanah, district, Faryab province, targeting the Afghan Border Policeman who killed two International Security Assistance Force service members April 4 in the same district. The successful operation resulted in the death of the individual responsible for the shooting. After displaying hostile intent, the targeted individual was engaged and killed by the combined force. Two other suspected insurgents were detained for further questioning. The combined force was led to the insurgent’s location based on multiple intelligence reports.    This is an update to IJC Release # 021

captureandkill

Faryab

Maimanah

1

2

2

1

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Security Force Kills 10 Insurgents, Destroys Weapons

2010-08-CA-207

Security Force Kills 10 Insurgents, Destroys Weapons 
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-207 
For Immediate Release
Download PDF 

 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 18) - Afghan and coalition forces killed 10 Taliban insurgents in Kandahar province Tuesday while in pursuit of a Taliban commander responsible for arranging weapons deliveries and settling allocation disputes. 

As the security force approached the targeted compound located northwest of the village of Zangabad in Panjwa'i district, a group of insurgents ran from the compound in multiple directions. While a ground force pursued the insurgents, an air weapons team engaged them after they were declared an imminent threat toward the assault force, killing six insurgents. Inside the targeted compound, the rest of the security force found and destroyed a large weapons cache made up of nine grenades, seven mortar rounds, two artillery rounds, a rocket-propelled grenade, multiple DShk anti-aircraft machine gun rounds, various types of small arms ammo and 15 improvised explosive device pressure plates. No women or children were present in the building. As the security force prepared to depart the area, a group of four insurgents engaged them. The air weapons team engaged the group, killing them. 

"The weapons found were meant to be used against Afghan and coalition forces," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director.  "This operation ensured those weapons are no longer available."

insurgentskilled

Kandahar

Panjwayi

Zangiabad

Taliban

commander

10

0

ten