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2012-06-S-036

2012-06-S-036 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 20, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force detained a Haqqani leader in Tsamkani district, Paktiya province, today. The leader was responsible for conducting attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the district, including suicide bomber attacks against coalition bases. During the operation, the security force also detained two suspected insurgents.

2012-06-20T00:00:00

detention

Paktya

Tsamkani

Haqqani

leader

0

3

1;2

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Two insurgents killed in Logar

2011-01-S-140

ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Jan. 12, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-140 1511, 1533, 1574, 1586, 1595, 1594, 1638 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 12, 2011) — Numerous insurgents were killed by International Security Assistance Forces in eastern and southern Afghanistan over the past 24 hours.  In Logar province, an ISAF patrol declared an imminent threat when they spotted two armed insurgents moving in a historical fighting location in Charkh district. After gaining positive identification, coalition forces engaged the enemy position with small arms fire, killing the insurgents.

2011-01-12T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Logar

Charkh

2

0

2

true

false

true

false

0

false

Taliban leader killed and numerous suspected insurgents detained in Logar

2011-07-S-081

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-081 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 29, 2011) – An Afghan-led security force killed a Taliban leader who attempted to attack them while disguised in a women’s burqa in Baraki Barak district, Logar province, yesterday. The leader was responsible for roadside bomb attacks against Afghan forces in Charkh and Baraki Barak districts. The force discovered him, and several of his associates, at a compound in the district. While conducting on-scene questioning, the security force noticed the leader hiding amongst women and dressed in a burqa. After being identified, the leader fled to a nearby tent and attempted to secure a weapon to attack the force. Once the force observed this action, they engaged the insurgent leader, killing him. The operation also resulted in the detention of numerous suspected insurgents for further questioning.

2011-07-28T00:00:00

captureandkill

Logar

Baraki Barak

Taliban

leader

1

4

numerous

1

true

false

true

false

1

0

true

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Haqqani Network Facilitator in Khost

2011-01-S-109

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Haqqani Network Facilitator in Khost ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-109 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 10, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces detained a Haqqani Network facilitator who operates between Sabari and Khost districts, along with several suspected insurgents, during a joint security operation in Khost province yesterday.   The Haqqani Network facilitator is responsible for the transportation of improvised explosive devices, homemade explosives and machine guns that are used for attacks on Afghan National Army and coalition force bases. He is known to have close contacts with other Haqqani Network leaders in the area.  Security forces followed leads to a series of buildings in Musa Kehl district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search of the buildings.  The security force detained the Haqqani Network facilitator along with several suspected insurgents after initial questioning for their involvement in insurgent activities.  Security forces recovered a machine gun with 200 rounds, multiple AK-47s, rifles, a pistol and a chest rack.  The security force conducted the operation without firing their weapons and no women or children were injured or detained during the operation.

2011-01-09T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Musa Khel

Haqqani

facilitator

0

4

1;several

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

2 captured in Paktya

2010-04-CA-012

Apr. 4: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Helmand, Kandahar, Paktiya, Farah NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-04-CA-012  For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (April 4) - An Afghan-international joint patrol captured a Haqqani facilitator and another militant in Paktiya Province this morning.   The facilitator was captured during the search of a compound east of Rabat, in the Gardez district. He is suspected of being involved in weapons movement and purchasing communications supplies.

2010-04-04T00:00:00

detention

Paktya

Gardez

Rabat

Haqqani

facilitator

0

2

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

Several Suspected Insurgents Captured in Helmand

2010-03-CA-039

Mar. 9: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Khost, Helmand, Kandahar NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-03-CA-039  For Immediate Release In the Garm Ser district of Helmand, an Afghan-international security force searched a compound outside the village of Fatehjang Ziarat after intelligence information indicated militant activity. During a search of the buildings the combined force detained several suspected insurgents.

2010-03-09T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Garmsir

Fatehjang Ziarat

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

3

2012-04-S-053

2012-04-S-053 KABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 27) Finally, in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, Afghan forces planned and led a counter-narcotics operation supported by coalition forces, Wednesday. During the operation, the force discovered a vehicle carrying approximately 2,288 pounds of opium. The opium was destroyed and several suspects were detained.

2012-04-27T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Nad-e-Ali Insurgent Commander Captured

2010-03-CA-015

Nad-e-Ali Insurgent Commander Captured NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-015  For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (March 3) - An Afghan National Security Force (ANSF) and International Security and Assistance Force (ISAF) team captured the southern Nad-e-Ali Taliban commander during a joint operation in Nad-e-Ali, Helmand Province yesterday.   He is known to have planned and coordinated attacks leading to the deaths of civilians, ANSF and ISAF forces.   Two other suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.

2010-03-02T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nad Ali

Taliban

commander

0

3

commander;two other

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Numerous suspected insurgents detained in Uruzgan

2011-08-S-064

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-08-S-064 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 24, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition force patrol detained numerous suspected insurgents during an operation targeting an insurgent leader in Tarin Kot district, Uruzgan province, yesterday. The leader is known to facilitate and emplace improvised explosive devices used to attack ANSF and coalition forces. The detainees were taken in by Afghan Security Forces for further questioning.

2011-08-23T00:00:00

detention

Uruzgan

Tarin Kot

leader

0

4

numerous

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Coalition Forces Engage Insurgents in Kunar

2011-03-S-043

Coalition Forces Engage Insurgents in Kunar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-043 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 13, 2011) – Coalition forces killed five insurgents after they observed an imminent threat from armed individuals at a historic insurgent fighting position in Ghazi Abad district, Kunar province.  Coalition forces on the ground monitored the five insurgents for several hours to ensure positive identification and intent of the individuals prior to requesting the close air support to engage. The insurgents killed were in possession of automatic weapons and were digging to emplace a mortar tube.  All rounds were reported safe and on target. There were no reports of injuries or damages to civilians in the area.

2011-03-12T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Kunar

Ghaziabad

5

0

5

true

false

true

false

0

false

One insurgent killed in Helmand

2011-01-S-191

ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Jan. 17, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-191 2154, 2168, 2219, 2237, 2254, 2159, 2096, 2109, 2193, 2217, 2214, 2240, 2267 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 17, 2011) — Numerous insurgents were killed, wounded and detained by Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF during separate clearing and security operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the past 24 hours.  In the same province, combine forces from an ISAF forward operating base observed several insurgents planting an IED in Sangin district. After establishing positive identification, combined forces engaged the enemy position with small arms fire, killing one insurgent and forcing the others to flee the area.

2011-01-17T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Helmand

Sangin

1

0

1

true

false

true

false

0

false

IED facilitator detained in Logar

2011-03-S-090

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 27, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-090 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (March 27, 2011) In Logar province, Afghan soldiers detained a suspected improvised explosive device facilitator.   Prior to his capture, the suspect was seen throwing a package onto a nearby roof, which upon later inspection contained a pistol and bayonet.

2011-03-26T00:00:00

detention

Logar

???

IED facilitator

0

1

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leader in Takhar

2011-01-S-281;2011-01-S-345

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leader in Takhar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-281 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 25, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces killed Hafiz, a Taliban leader, along with several other armed combatants, and detained several combatants during an operation yesterday in Takhar province.   Hafiz was a Taliban leader from Darqad district and led attacks against local Afghan village security forces. He assisted Pakistan-based Taliban facilitators by moving money, weapons, ammunition and fighters from Kunduz province to Takhar province. The Taliban provincial shadow governor and district shadow governor were closely associated with the now-deceased Taliban leader. He also had ties with an al-Qaida facilitator.  Multiple intelligence sources led the security force to the targeted building in Khwajah Ghar district. As the joint security force arrived, armed combatants shot at them with rocket propelled grenades and small arms fire. The security force returned fire resulting in Hafiz and several armed combatants being killed.  After the building was secure, several suspected combatants were detained based on initial questioning at the scene. Security forces recovered multiple RPGs and launchers, numerous AK-47s and ammunition from the scene. --- ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Jan. 31, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-345 For Immediate Release  Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 31, 2011)  ISAF confirmed a Taliban district shadow governor was detained during an Afghan and coalition operation in Takhar province Jan. 24. The shadow governor was responsible for leading insurgents in Yangi Qalah, Dashti Qalah and Darqad districts of Takhar province. He was closely associated with Hafiz, a Taliban leader for Darqab district who was killed during the operation.

2011-01-24T00:00:00

captureandkill

Takhar

Khwajah Ghar

Taliban

district chief

4

3

several

leader;several

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Taliban facilitator detained with several suspected insurgents in Kandahar

2011-02-S-029

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update, Feb. 4, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-029 For Immediate Release  Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 4, 2011) – Afghan and coalition forces detained a Taliban facilitator along with several suspected insurgents during a security operation in Maiwand district, Kandahar province yesterday.  The Taliban facilitator was an improvised explosive device manufacturer and facilitator who constructed general and specialized IEDs particularly directional fragmentation charges.  Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in the district, where Afghan and coalition forces conducted a search after securing the compound. The Taliban facilitator along with the suspected insurgents was detained after initial questioning at the scene.

2011-02-02T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Maiwand

Taliban

facilitator

0

4

1;several

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

5

2011-12-S-036

KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 25) In Nadir Shar Kot district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network facilitator during an operation today. The facilitator moved and stored weapons throughout the area. Multiple weapons were seized and one suspected insurgent was detained during the operation.

2011-12-25T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Nadir Shah Kot

Haqqani

facilitator

0

2

1;additional

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

6

2012-08-S-026

2012-08-S-026 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 13, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted a security operation in Watahpur district, Kunar province, Sunday. During the operation, the security force positively identified a heavily armed group of insurgents preparing for an attack. After ensuring no civilians were in the vicinity, the force engaged the insurgents with a precision airstrike. Following the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment and confirmed the strike had killed multiple insurgents. They also confirmed the strike had not injured any civilians or damaged any civilian property.

2012-08-12T00:00:00

airstrike

Kunar

Watapur

3

0

several

true

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Several Insurgents Killed in Helmand

2010-06-CA-035

June 12: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan   2010-06-CA-035  For Immediate Release  An Afghan-international force conducted a number of operations against the Taliban in southern Helmand Province over the past week. The operations took place in multiple locations in and around Baram Chah, Reg-e Khan Neshin district, and were designed to disrupt and restrict the movement of Taliban fighters and the supply of weapons into central Helmand Province.   Taliban fighters engaged the Afghan-led combined force on numerous occasions, and several of the insurgents who engaged the combined force were killed. The team seized four assault rifles and a sniper rifle with ammunition, and a mortar and rocket during the operations.   No civilians were injured in the operations.

2010-06-10T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Helmand

Khan Neshin

Baram Chah

Taliban

3

0

several

true

false

true

false

0

false

UPDATE: ISAF Confirms Capture of Taliban Senior Leader

2010-12-S-128

UPDATE: ISAF Confirms Capture of Taliban Senior Leader ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-128  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 12) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Gardez-based Taliban senior leader in Khost province Dec. 10.   The targeted individual coordinated attacks against Afghan National Army and Police and coalition forces using rockets, small arms and improvised explosive devices.   Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a remote compound in Musa Khel district to search for the senior leader. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully before the joint force cleared and secured the buildings. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the senior leader along with eight of his associates.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

2010-10-10T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Musa Khel

Taliban

senior leader

0

9

1;8

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

2

2012-11-S-007

2012-11-S-007 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 5, 2012) Afghan and coalition security forces seized 1,270 kilograms (2,800 pounds) of opium and 40 kilograms (88 pounds) of heroin following a brief firefight in southern Helmand province in which one insurgent was killed and another was detained Saturday. The vehicle and drugs were destroyed on site.

2012-11-03T00:00:00

captureandkill

Helmand

1

true

false

true

false

0

false

4

2011-10-S-050

2011-10-S-050 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 25, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network facilitator in Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, yesterday. The facilitator coordinated insurgent activity in the Logar province. Multiple additional suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.

2011-10-24T00:00:00

detention

Logar

Pul-e Alam

Haqqani

facilitator

0

4

1;multiple

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

5

2012-08-S-027

2012-08-S-027 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 14) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani leader in Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, Sunday. The Haqqani leader directed and conducted numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Logar province. In the days leading up to his arrest, he was attempting to acquire IED components for additional attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. The security force also detained three suspected insurgents during the operation.

2012-08-12T00:00:00

detention

Logar

Pul-e Alam

Haqqani

leader

0

4

1;3

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Force Pursues Taliban Facilitator in Paktiya Overnight

2010-09-CA-106

Force Pursues Taliban Facilitator in Paktiya Overnight Bagram Media Support Center 2010-09-CA-106  For Immediate Release Download PDF English Dari KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 9) – Afghan and coalition forces detained two suspected insurgents in Paktiya province Wednesday while in pursuit of a Taliban facilitator for small and medium weapons and improvised explosive device materials. The facilitator is also involved in coordinating future attacks in Paktiya province that threaten the safety of the population. Acting on intelligence tips, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a compound in the village of Batan Kheyl in Gardez district to search for the facilitator. Afghan and coalition forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents. The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

2010-09-08T00:00:00

detention

Paktya

Gardez

Batan Kheyl

Taliban

facilitator

0

2

two

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leader in Paktika Overnight

2010-12-S-058;2010-12-S-066

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leader in Paktika Overnight ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-058 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 5, 2010) – Afghan and coalition forces detained one suspected insurgent and killed another during an operation targeting a Taliban leader in Paktika province last night.  The targeted individual plans and implements improvised explosive device ambushes and attacks, as well as provides guidance to fighters in his network.  Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound in Yosuf Khel district. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully before moving to clear the building. During initial clearance, the security force killed an individual who threatened the security force.  After the area was secure, the security force conducted initial questioning at the scene before detaining the suspected insurgent. The security force also found a machine gun on target.  The assault force ensured the safety of the women and children for the duration of the search. ---- UPDATE: Afghan, Coalition Forces Capture Taliban Leader in Paktika ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-066 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 6, 2010) – The International Security Assistance Force confirmed Afghan and coalition forces detained a Taliban leader in Paktika province during a security operation Dec. 4.  The targeted individual planned and implemented improvised explosive device ambushes and attacks, as well as provided guidance to fighters in his network.  Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound in Yosuf Khel district. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully before moving to clear the building. During initial clearance, the security force killed an individual who threatened the security force.  After the area was secure, the security force conducted initial questioning at the scene before detaining a suspected insurgent, later identified as the targeted individual. The security force also found a machine gun on target.   The assault force ensured the safety of the women and children for the duration of the search.

2010-12-04T00:00:00

captureandkill

Paktika

Yosuf Khel

Taliban

leader

1

true

false

true

false

0

false

Multiple suspected insurgents detained in Helmand

2011-09-S-050

2011-09-S-050 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 22, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted a security operation in search of a Taliban facilitator in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, yesterday. The leader facilitates the movement of new fighters from Pakistan and places them under the control of other Taliban leaders in the area. During the operation, the security force detained multiple suspected insurgents.

2011-09-21T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

Taliban

facilitator

0

3

multiple

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

HiG facilitator captured in Khost

2011-04-S-013

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 5, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-013 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 5, 2011)  In Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition force captured a Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin facilitator in Sabari district, yesterday. The facilitator who is responsible for assisting in the emplacement of IEDs as well as assisting Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin insurgents through reconnaissance.  Based on multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens, the security force tracked the facilitator’s location to a compound in the district. They isolated the compound and called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully. After interviewing residents the security force identified and detained the facilitator. The operation was conducted with no shots fired. 

2011-04-04T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Sabari district

HiG

facilitator

0

1

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

2 suspected insurgents detained in Kandahar

2010-07-CA-058

July 11: ISAF Operations in Ghazni, Kandahar Provinces ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-07-CA-058  For Immediate Release Another Afghan-international security forces detained two suspected insurgents and seized explosives and IED material during a two-day operation in Panjwa'i district, Kandahar province, which ended yesterday. Two suspected insurgents were detained, and more than 230 kilograms of explosives, a number of 155mm artillery rounds and IED-making components were discovered. All material, including a motorcycle rigged with explosives, was destroyed. The security force also discovered several tunnels under buildings in the search area. This is the third clearing operation in this area in as many weeks.

2010-07-10T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Panjwayi

0

2

two

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

3 detained in Helmand for drug cache

2010-03-CA-007

Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan   2010-03-CA-007  For Immediate Release A joint security patrol in the Reg-e Khan Neshin district of Helmand found a drug cache yesterday. The cache contained 90 kilograms of marijuana, 22 kg of hashish and 45 kg of seeds. Three suspects were detained. The drugs will be destroyed. No Afghan civilians were harmed during these operations.

2010-03-01T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Khan Neshin

0

3

three

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Haqqani leader detained in Khost

2012-03-S-004

An Afghan-led security force captured a Haqqani leader during an operation in Nadir Shah Kot district, Khost province, today. The leader was responsible for attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the district. Multiple additional suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.

2012-03-06T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Nadir Shah Kot

Haqqani

leader

0

4

1;multiple

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

false

Several Detained in Zabul in Pursuit of IED Cell Leader

2010-09-CA-067

Several Detained in Zabul in Pursuit of IED Cell Leader ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-067 For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 6) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents in Zabul province Sunday while in pursuit of an improvised explosive device cell leader operating in Qalat district.   The targeted individual facilitates the movement of weapons and supplies, and directs IED attacks on Highway 1, a major route used by civilians.   The security force targeted a compound in remote Qalat district to search for the IED operative. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all the occupants to exit the compounds peacefully and then secured the area.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents for further questioning. The security force also found a Taliban code of conduct manual at the scene.   Afghan and coalition forces did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.

2010-09-05T00:00:00

detention

Zabul

Qalat

IED cell leader

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

4

2012-08-S-049

2012-08-S-049 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 28, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani weapons supplier during an operation in Pul-e ‘Alam, Logar province, today. The weapons supplier acquired weapons and improvised explosive devices for Haqqani fighters throughout the province. In the days leading to his arrest, the weapons supplier provided funds, weapons and equipment to Haqqani fighters for an upcoming attack. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent during the operation.

2012-08-28T00:00:00

detention

Logar

Pul-e Alam

Haqqani

weapons supplier

0

2

1;one

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

2 Taliban Sub-commanders and several other insurgents captured in Khost

2010-03-CA-105

Mar. 25: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-105  For Immediate Release In Khost last night, a joint security force searched a compound outside of Zerah Ghar, in the Terezayi district, after intelligence information confirmed militant activity. During the search the joint force captured two Taliban sub-commanders, both closely involved with intelligence gathering, kidnappings, attacks on coalition forces and arranging for the construction of vehicle borne improvised explosive devices. The security force captured several other insurgents during the search. A large amount of money was also recovered.

2010-03-24T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Terayzai

Zerah Ghar

Taliban

sub-commander

0

5

several other insurgents;two sub-commanders

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Afghan, Coalition Force Continues Targeting Nawah Taliban Network

2010-09-CA-254

Afghan, Coalition Force Continues Targeting Nawah Taliban Network ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-254  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 23) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained several suspected insurgents in Helmand province Wednesday while in pursuit of a Taliban commander operating in Nawah-ye Barakzai district.   The commander is responsible for conducting improvised explosives device attacks and kidnapping Afghan civilians. Afghan and coalition security forces have degraded the Nawah Taliban network through several recent operations resulting in the capture of several high-level commanders within the network. The targeted individual is currently being considered to replace the former Nawah-ye Barakzai district commander, who was detained by an Afghan-led force in August. Based on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a remote compound in Marjah district to search for the commander.   Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compound. After conducting initial questioning with the residents at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents.   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

2010-09-22T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Marja

Taliban

commander

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Two Taliban leaders and multiple suspected insurgents detained in Kandahar

2011-09-S-067

2011-09-S-067 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 29, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two Taliban leaders during a security operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Wednesday. One captured leader provided guidance in attack planning and coordinated roadside bomb attacks with area leaders, as well as, reported to senior Taliban leadership following organized attacks against Afghan forces. The second insurgent leader operated as a Taliban appointed judge in Ghorak district. The combined force seized multiple weapons and destroyed 400 pounds (181 kgs) of heroin during the operation. Additionally, multiple suspected insurgents were also detained during the operation.

2011-09-28T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Ghorak

Taliban

leader;judge

0

5

2;multiple

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

2 suspected insurgents detained in Kapisa

2010-07-CA-075

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-07-CA-075 For Immediate Release  A separate Afghan-international force detained two suspected insurgents in Kapisa province last night while pursuing a Taliban commander responsible for IED and ambush attacks against coalition forces.  The combined security force detained the suspected insurgents at a compound near Soltan Khel Karaji in Tagab district. Afghan soldiers used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to peacefully exit the compound and then cleared the buildings.   No shots were fired, and women and children present were protected by combined security forces during all of the operations.

2010-07-12T00:00:00

detention

Kapisa

Tagab

Soltan Kheyl Karaji

Taliban

commander

0

2

two

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

One detained in Kandahar

2011-09-S-051

2011-09-S-051 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 22, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained one suspected insurgent and seized a narcotics cache during an operation in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Wednesday.. The operation seized 1,212 pounds (550 kgs) of wet opium, 22 pounds (10 kgs) of dry opium, a quantity of drug processing equipment and one motorcycle. The drugs were safely destroyed on site and the suspected insurgent was detained for further questioning. A child sustained injuries to the leg during the operation and was transported to a coalition medical treatment facility for care. The child’s injuries are not life threatening.

2011-09-21T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Maiwand

0

1

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Numerous insurgents killed in Helmand

2011-03-S-064

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 19, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-064 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 19)  In Reg-e Khan district, Helmand province, yesterday, coalition forces killed numerous insurgents during operations.  Coalition forces observed insurgents, established positive identification, requested close air support and engaged the enemy position, killing numerous insurgents.  There were no civilian casualties or collateral damage reported during this operation. 

2011-03-17T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Helmand

Khan Neshin

4

0

numerous

true

false

true

false

0

false

Insurgents Killed, Several People Detained in Kunar Operations

2010-11-CA-086

Insurgents Killed, Several People Detained in Kunar Operations ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-CA-086 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 7, 2010) — Coalition forces killed several insurgents who were taking up a fighting position in the Darah ye Pech district of Kunar province Sunday.   After positively identifying the insurgent position, coalition forces used aircraft and small-arms fire to eliminate the enemy threat.   All rounds were reported safe and on target. Initial reports indicate there are no civilian injuries in the area.

2010-11-06T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Kunar

Dara-ye Pech

3

0

several

true

false

true

false

0

false

Several suspects detained in Helmand

2010-12-S-015

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leadership Overnight ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-015 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 2) – Afghan and coalition forces conducted two security operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan last night, detaining numerous suspected insurgents.  Afghan and coalition forces detained several suspects in Helmand province while targeting an individual who, according to intelligence reports, was the intended successor of two leaders detained in the area Oct. 18 and Nov. 15.  The joint security team conducted the operation in the Nawah-ye Barakzai district. He recently returned from Pakistan to fill the position and to resume and increase improvised explosive device attacks in the Nawa area.  Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call all occupants to exit the targeted buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The Afghan and coalition forces detained several 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 harmed during these operations, which were conducted without shots fired.

2010-12-02T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nawa-ye Barakzai

Taliban

leadership

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Afghan, Coalition Forces Detain Haqqani Network Leader in Khost

2011-01-S-258

Afghan, Coalition Forces Detain Haqqani Network Leader in Khost ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-258 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 23, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces detained a Haqqani Network leader who operates in Tanai district along with six suspected insurgents during a security operation in Khost province yesterday.  The Haqqani Network leader conducted improvised explosive device attacks against coalition force convoys along a local route in Tanai. He was in direct contact with other Haqqani Network leaders in the area before his detention. Recent reporting indicates he placed IEDs along various roads throughout the district targeting Afghan National Army and coalition force vehicles. These IEDs reportedly detonated on an ANA patrol vehicle.  Security forces followed leads to a targeted location in Tanai district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit out of the buildings peacefully, including a madrassa, before conducting a search and securing the area. The Haqqani Network leader and six suspected insurgents were detained inside the madrassa based on initial questioning at the scene.

2011-01-22T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Tanai

Haqqani

leader

0

7

1;6

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

2

2013-01-S-006

2013-01-S-006 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 6, 2013) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, Friday. The leader planned and executed small-arms fire and improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces, and oversaw the acquisition and distribution of weapons, ammunition and IEDs to insurgent fighters throughout Nad ‘Ali and Nahr-e Saraj districts. During the operation, the security force also detained two suspected insurgents.

2013-01-04T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

Taliban

leader

0

3

1;2

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Key Insurgent Leader Killed in Kunar

2010-09-CA-195

Key Insurgent Leader Killed in Kunar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-195 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 18) - Haji Mohammad, a key insurgent leader in the Kunar Province and Taliban shadow governor of the Shigal District, was killed in a precision airstrike conducted by coalition forces today.   Mohammad was attempting to attack a polling site when he was killed.   Mohammad orchestrated attacks on Afghans who opposed his tactics, conducted illegal checkpoints intended to intimidate local Afghans, and kidnapped wealthy individuals in order to finance his activities.   He was responsible for the attack on the Shigal District Center and also suspected of ties with the suicide bombing incident on June 21 in Shigal District that injured eight Afghan children.   Mohammad was also responsible for coordinating and participating in attacks on Afghan National Security and coalition forces in the province, including the June 7 improvised explosive device attack that killed five U.S. soldiers.   "Mohammad's death has degraded the insurgents' capability to inflict violence and terror, providing greater safety and security for the people who live and work in the region," said Maj. Mary Constantino, Task Force Bastogne spokesperson.

2010-09-18T00:00:00

airstrike

Kunar

Taliban

Shadow governor

1

0

one

true

false

true

false

true

false

1

0

true

Facilitator killed in Baghlan

2011-04-S-054

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 19, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-054 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 19, 2011)   ISAF today confirmed Mullah Abdul Fatah Haqqani was killed during an airstrike in Burkah district, Baghlan province, yesterday. Haqqani supported both the Taliban and Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan networks by commanding and controlling foreign fighter facilitation and insurgent training for Baghlan province. He was responsible for overseeing the purchase of weapons and explosive devices for Taliban insurgents, supporting numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the area.

2011-04-18T00:00:00

airstrike

Baghlan

Burka

IMU;Taliban

facilitator

1

0

1

true

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

false

Taliban leader and two suspected insurgents detained in Kandahar

2011-07-S-064

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-07-S-064 For Immediate Release In Ghorak district, Kandahar province, an Afghan-led security force detained a Taliban leader and two suspected insurgents. The leader directed insurgent operations in the area.

2011-07-20T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Ghorak

Taliban

leader

0

3

leader;two suspected insurgents

false

true

false

true

false

true

0

1

0

true

Force Captures More Insurgents Linked to Coalition Base Attacks

2010-08-CA-344

Force Captures More Insurgents Linked to Coalition Base Attacks ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-344 For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 30) - Afghan and coalition forces captured a Haqqani Network commander and several of his associates during an overnight operation in Khost province. The commander and his fighters were involved in the complex attack on Forward Operating Bases Salerno and Chapman Saturday.   The commander is also involved in improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces.   Acting on intelligence tips, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a series of buildings east of Khodizali in Terayzai district to search for the commander. 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 at the scene, the security force identified and detained the commander along with several Haqqani fighters. The security force discovered and destroyed a suicide vest and multiple grenade launchers, hand grenades, automatic weapons, magazines and ammunition.   "We are happy to report the capture of this Haqqani commander and his fighters," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "They were directly involved in this week's attacks. These fighters will be brought to justice for the attacks they've conducted against Afghan and coalition forces, as well as Afghan civilians."   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

2010-08-29T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Terayzai

Khodizali

Haqqani

commander

0

4

commander;several associates

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

3 captured in Kandahar

2010-03-CA-053

Mar. 12: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-053  For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (March 12) - An Afghan-international security force searched a compound near the town of Senjaray in the Zharmi district of Kandahar Province today after intelligence information indicated militant activity. During the search the joint force captured a Taliban facilitator responsible for improvised explosive device attacks in the province. Two other insurgents were detained in the operation.

2010-03-12T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Zheray

Sanzheray

Taliban

facilitator

0

3

facilitator;two other

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

ALP detain nine suspects after being attacked

N/A

By Spc. Ashley Bowman Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Afghanistan ZABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 9, 2011) — Afghan Local Police detained nine suspects after they attacked a convoy in Shah Joy district, Nov. 7. The ALP convoy was ambushed by approximately 10 insurgent fighters while traveling from the Shah Joy bazaar to the Walan Rabat village. Insurgents attacked the police force with machine gun and small arms fire, disabling the ALP vehicle. The ALP quickly gained fire superiority forcing the insurgents to retreat into the nearby Qal’ey ye Sarvar village. An ALP and coalition quick reaction force team retrieved the immobile vehicle and assessed the ambush site while another ALP element arrived to search the village of Qal’eh ye Sarvar. During their search of the village, the ALP were again attacked by the insurgents who then retreated into nearby houses. ALP members continued to pursue the suspects and safely detained nine personnel who were discovered hiding in the houses with suicide vests, AK-47s and bomb making materials. One of the insurgents was shot while trying to escape and was immediately treated by coalition Special Operations Forces medics. A village elder later positively identified the detainees as known insurgents. The next day, Zabul Deputy Provincial Chief of Police, Colonel Jelani and the Walan Rabat ALP Commander, Mohamedullah, sat down and individually interviewed the nine detainees. One of the detainees admitted he was an insurgent and was involved with the recent murder of an ALP member and also admitted to being involved in other ALP deaths in the area. After interviewing all the suspects, Jelani arrested six of the detainees and released the other three to their village elder. The six detainees were transferred to a detention facility and are currently in Afghan National Police custody.

2011-11-07T00:00:00

detention

Zabul

Shah Joy

0

6

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

UPDATE: Security Forces Confirm Capture of Taliban Leader

2010-11-S-212

UPDATE: Security Forces Confirm Capture of Taliban Leader ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-S-212 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 17, 2010) — Afghan and coalition forces confirmed the capture of yet another of Helmand’s Taliban leaders and two additional suspects during a joint security operation in Nawah-ye Barakzai district Nov. 15.   The targeted individual, who recently returned from Pakistan, was trying to provide leadership to Taliban members in Nawah after security forces detained the previous district leader Oct. 18.   The detained individual was directly involved in planning attacks against Afghan and coalition security members and facilitating improvised explosive device materials. The Taliban leader also maintained close ties to other Taliban leaders.   Recent reports indicate the detainee was also involved in planning an upcoming large-scale attack, and thus posed an immediate threat.   Coalition forces constantly adjust techniques to keep ahead of the enemy, said Maj. Gen. Richard P. Mills, commander of Regional Command Southwest in a Nov. 15 article. The Afghan and coalition forces will continue to put pressure on the insurgents in Helmand and Nimroz provinces, providing no place for respite, he added.   Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting the search. The joint team destroyed several weapons during the search in addition to detaining two additional suspects based on initial questioning at the scene.   The joint security team conducted the operation in the hours of darkness to minimize the risk to local citizens. No women or children were injured or detained during this operation.

2010-11-14T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nawa-ye Barakzai

Taliban

leader

0

3

1;2

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Commandos Disrupt Insurgent Activities in Helmand

Release #049

Commandos Disrupt Insurgent Activities in Helmand Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force- Afghanistan For Immediate Release Release #049 HELMAND, Afghanistan (June 14, 2011)– The 7th Commando Kandak, advised and assisted by U.S. Special Operations Forces, conducted operations to disrupt insurgent activities in the Qala Ye Gaz village and Bamuzai village, Helmand province, June 6-8. During the operations, combined forces killed three insurgents and disrupted insurgent activities that include weapons procurement, supply distribution and improvised explosive device emplacements. A Special Operations Forces team member reported the 7th Commando Kandak led all operations and their presence continues to assist with their reconstruction and development of the villages. The operation also increased the legitimacy for the Government of Afghanistan by improving the perception of its capability to provide security for its citizens, according to SOF team members. No civilians were injured and no property damage was reported.

2011-06-06T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Helmand

???

Qala-ye Gaz;Bamuzai

3

0

3

true

false

true

false

0

false

Several killed and numerous others detained in Faryab

2011-04-S-020

ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 7, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-020 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 7, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition force killed several insurgents, detained numerous suspected insurgents and discovered a weapons cache during a security operation in Qaisar district, Faryab province, yesterday.  The forces conducted a clearing operation to disrupt a Taliban safe haven known for improvised explosive device activity and weapons cache sites near Khwaja Kinti village in the district.  The security force targeted the area near the village based on numerous intelligence reports and tips from citizens. While conducting the search, the combined security force was attacked by suspected insurgents. The force engaged the individuals, killing several. They also detained numerous suspected insurgents for further questioning.  During the operation, the force discovered and destroyed a weapons cache with two IED pressure plates, ammunition for multiple weapon systems, three 100-foot (30 meters) spools of detonation cord, three chest racks, multiple rocket-propelled grenade rounds, one RPG propellant, 11 RPG Boosters, 10 pounds (4.5 kilograms) of ammonium nitrate, one main charge for an explosive, two 107 mm warheads, two 82 mm mortar rounds, and numerous vests with sniper rifle rounds sewn into the inside of the pockets.

2011-04-06T00:00:00

captureandkill

Faryab

Qaisar

Khwaja Kinti

3

4

numerous

several

true

false

true

false

0

false

3

2011-11-S-003

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-11-S-003 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 2, 2011) In Tarin Kot district, Uruzgan province, a combined Afghan and coalition patrol killed two insurgents and detained numerous other insurgents during an operation to disrupt an insurgent network yesterday. Upon arriving in the area, the combined patrol was engaged by insurgents with small arms fire. The patrol returned fire resulting in the two insurgents killed. The patrol also seized a quantity of small arms, which were safely destroyed on site.

2011-11-01T00:00:00

captureandkill

Uruzgan

Tarin Kot

2

4

numerous

2

true

false

true

false

0

false

Multiple suspected insurgents detained in Jowzjan

2011-09-S-061

2011-09-S-061 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 26, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted a security operation in search of a Taliban leader in Faizabad district, Jowzjan province. The leader is responsible for acquiring weapons and roadside bomb components, as well as, facilitating suicide bombers, setting up bomb factories and coordinating ambushes targeting Afghan forces. Multiple suspected insurgents were detained during the operation. During the search, the security force also confiscated a roadside bomb and a rocket-propelled grenade launcher with multiple rockets.

2011-09-26T00:00:00

detention

Jowzjan

Faizabad

Taliban

leader

0

3

multiple

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Several detained in Sar-e Pul

2011-06-S-022;2011-06-S-044

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 6, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-06-S-022 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 6, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several individuals with suspected ties to the Taliban during an overnight security operation in Sar-e Pul district, Sar-e Pul province, yesterday. The Afghan-led security force was in the district searching for a Taliban leader who plans and executes attacks against Afghan National Security Forces. While moving into position, the security force noticed two individuals attempting to flee the area. The force pursued the individuals, capturing both of them. They then searched the targeted compound where one additional suspected insurgent was detained. No civilians were harmed during the operation. --- ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 13, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-06-S-044 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 13, 2011) ISAF today confirmed the capture of several Taliban leaders in northern provinces over the last week. A Taliban leader who assisted with roadside bomb attacks and providing equipment to insurgents was captured in Sar-e Pul district, Sar-e Pul province, June 5.

2011-06-05T00:00:00

detention

Sar-e Pul

Taliban

leader

0

3

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Several detained in Helmand

2011-07-S-035

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-035 For Immediate Release In Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, an Afghan-led security force conducted a security operation targeting a Taliban leader resulting in the detention of several suspected insurgents, yesterday. The Taliban leader is responsible for planning and commanding operations against Afghan and coalition forces, and coordinating the procurement and distribution of weapons to fighters between various Taliban attack cells.

2011-07-11T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

Taliban

leader

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

2 detained in Baghlan

2010-07-CA-163

Afghan and Coalition Force Detains Several Suspected Insurgents in Baghlan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-07-CA-163  For Immediate Release  A separate combined force went to a second compound in the area and Afghan forces called the occupants to peacefully exit the buildings. After questioning on the scene two additional suspected insurgents were detained for further questioning.   "Focused efforts by Afghan and coalition forces in northern Afghanistan have left the insurgent groups scrambling to replace their leadership," said Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "These operations will continue until the insurgent groups are eradicated from the area."

2010-07-23T00:00:00

detention

Baghlan

Baghlan-e Jadid

Arabha

Taliban

0

2

two additional

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Leader captured in Uruzgan

N/A

Special Forces Capture Two More Key Taliban Targets Media Release – SOTG   URUZGAN, Afghanistan (March 30, 2011) -The Afghan police and their Australian Special Operations Task Group (SOTG) partners have captured two prominent Taliban targets in a single day.   Concurrent operations on 27 March 2011 between members of the SOTG and the Provincial Response Company-Uruzgan (PRC-U) resulted in a high value target captured in Mirabad, and another in Deh Rafshan.   The commander of Austrailan Forces in the Middle East, Major General Angus Campbell, said capturing two objectives is keeping the pressure on the insurgency and restricting their operations.  “Special Forces operations in March alone have resulted in four key targets no longer posing a threat to local nationals and Coalition forces in Uruzgan province."  The insurgent leader detained in Mirabad had direct links to the highest levels of the insurgency in the province.   “He was a subordinate of one of the senior commanders in Uruzgan and was responsible for multiple attacks on Afghan National Police checkpoint, and facilitating Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) throughout eastern Uruzgan,” Major General Campbell said.   The insurgent leader detained in Deh Rafshan is the son of a senior Taliban commander and producer of home-made explosives (HME).   “This man facilitated and emplaced IEDs from the Baluchi Valley to Tarin Kot.”  High value detainees are prosecuted under Afghan law before being transferred to the Detention Facility in Parwan (DFIP). Their names can not be released unless they are prosecuted.   On 28 March 2011, the PRC-U and SOTG also killed two additional insurgents in Deh Rafshan when they were engaged by small arms fire. There were no civilians injured or killed in the contact.

2011-03-26T00:00:00

detention

Uruzgan

???

Deh Rafshan

leader

0

1

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Afghan-Led Force Pursues Taliban Senior IED Operative in Helmand

2010-09-CA-322

Afghan-Led Force Pursues Taliban Senior IED Operative in Helmand ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-322  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 30) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained several suspected insurgents in Helmand province Wednesday while in pursuit of a senior Taliban leader operating in Now Zad district.   The targeted individual has 60 fighters under his command and conducts improvised explosive device attacks. He also allocates and distributes weapons, ammunition and IED material throughout the district. Based on intelligence reports, the security force targeted a compound in Now Zad district to search for the targeted individual.   Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compound.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained three suspected insurgents.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

2010-09-29T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nawzad

Taliban

senior leader

0

3

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Haqqani leader detained in Khost

2011-10-S-016

2011-10-S-016 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 8) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network leader in Terayzai district, Khost province. The leader was involved in the abductions of individuals associated with Afghan forces, as well as, car bomb attacks targeting government installations. A model was found, likely used for attack planning, and multiple military uniforms were confiscated during the operation.

2011-10-08T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Terayzai

Haqqani

leader

0

1

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

1

2012-06-S-054

2012-06-S-054 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 29, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force conducted a operation, in Charkh district, Logar province, Thursday. The target of the operation was Maulawi Sadiq, a Taliban leader and explosives expert who coordinated the movement of insurgents, provided explosive materials and training to insurgents, and planned attacks against Afghan and Coalition forces in the region. During the operation, the Afghan and coalition security force requested a precision airstrike. After the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment and confirmed Sadiq had been killed. The precision airstrike did not harm any civilians and did not damage any civilian property.

2012-06-28T00:00:00

airstrike

Logar

Charkh

Taliban

leader

0

true

false

true

false

true

false

1

0

true

Taliban Weapons Facilitator Captured in Ghazni

2010-03-CA-032

Mar. 7: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Ghazni, Helmand Province NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-032  For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (March 7) - An Afghan-international force captured a Taliban weapons facilitator in Ghazni Province last night.   The weapons facilitator, responsible for supplying arms to various militant networks, was captured during the search of a compound outside the village of Khanzama Kheyl, Qara Bagh district.

2010-03-06T00:00:00

detention

Ghazni

Qara Bagh

Khanzama Kheyl

Taliban

weapons facilitator

0

1

A Taliban weapons facilitator

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

6

2013-01-S-024

2013-01-S-024 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 24, 2013) Afghan and coalition security forces confirmed today that a Taliban leader was arrested during an operation in Khanabad district, Kunduz province, Monday. The leader was associated with Muhibullah Jan, the Taliban leader killed during the operation, and oversaw the construction, delivery and emplacement of improvised explosive devices.

2013-01-21T00:00:00

detention

Kunduz

Khanabad

Taliban

leader

0

1

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

One killed, several others detained in Logar

2011-07-S-067

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-07-S-067 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 23, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed an insurgent attacker disguised in a woman’s burka during an operation in Charkh district, Logar province, yesterday. The force was searching for a Taliban facilitator responsible for building and distributing roadside bombs for attacks against the Afghan National Army. Based on reports from local citizens, the security force searched the suspected facilitator’s compound. The force called for all occupants to exit the building peacefully. While most of the occupants complied with the request, one insurgent, disguised in women’s clothing, attempted to attack the security force. The force fired at him, resulting in his death. The security force then questioned local residents and, based on the information provided, detained numerous suspected insurgents for further questioning. The force also confiscated materials used to make counterfeit identification documents.

2011-07-22T00:00:00

captureandkill

Logar

Charkh

Taliban

facilitator

1

4

numerous

one

true

false

true

false

0

false

Two suspected insurgents detained in Helmand

2011-08-S-008

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-08-S-008 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 4, 2011) In Nahr-e Saraj, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents yesterday during a security operation targeting a Taliban leader. The leader is responsible for the movement of fighters from Pakistan, placing them under the control of other Taliban leaders in the district.

2011-08-03T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

Taliban

leader

0

2

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Two detained in Khost

2011-06-S-055

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 18, 2011 ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-06-S-055 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 18, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during an overnight security operation targeting a Haqqani network leader in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader directs a cell of Haqqani insurgents and conducts roadside bomb attacks throughout the district. The Afghan-led security force searched for the leader at his suspected compound and detained two suspected insurgents after questioning residents.

2011-06-17T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Sabari district

Haqqani

leader

0

2

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Two Taliban leaders detained in Kandahar

2011-04-S-054

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 19, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-054 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 19, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition force captured two Taliban leaders during a security operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, yesterday. One of the leaders coordinated the facilitation of homemade bomb materials for attacks on Afghan and coalition forces. He also conducted reconnaissance and provided early warning for his insurgent network. The other leader, who operated in the Maiwand district, Kandahar province, prepared and conducted attacks against Afghan National Army and coalition forces in the area.  The combined security force targeted the compound based on intelligence tips of suspected insurgent activity in the area. The security force isolated the compound and called all occupants to exit the premises. After ensuring the safety of the women and children, the force commenced their search. As a result of interviews with residents, the security force identified and detained both leaders, along with one of their associates for further questioning.

2011-04-18T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Zheray

Taliban

leader

0

3

1;2

false

true

false

true

false

0

2

0

true

2

2012-12-S-011

2012-12-S-011 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 10, 2012) In Maiwand district, Kandahar province, yesterday, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban facilitator who was directly involved in improvised explosive device operations, and facilitated suicide attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He also oversaw the transport of large amounts of ammunition and IED-making materials to insurgent fighters in the district. As a result of the operation, two suspected insurgents were also detained.

2012-12-09T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Maiwand

Taliban

facilitator

0

3

1;2

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

Numerous insurgents killed and several detained in Dai Kundi

2011-04-S-043

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 14, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-043 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 14, 2011) – A combined Afghan coalition patrol killed numerous insurgents and detained several suspected insurgents during an operation in Kajran district, Daykundi province, yesterday.  The insurgents were killed when they attempted to engage the patrol with small-arms fire. The combined patrol also secured several rifles, 2,000 rounds of ammunition, a pistol, a small amount of opium and two motorcycles. The detainees were taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.

2011-04-13T00:00:00

captureandkill

Dai Kundi

Kajran

4

3

several

numerous

true

false

true

false

0

false

ISAF Joint Command morning operational update

2012-09-S-039

2012-09-S-039 KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 26) — Afghan and coalition forces conducted a security operation resulting in the death of Malang, a Taliban leader, in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, Tuesday. During the operation the security force observed Malang, also known as Monsur, engaged in insurgent activity. After ensuring that no civilians were in the area, the security force engaged Malang with a precision airstrike, killing him. At the time of his death, Malang was directly involved in planning attacks using improvised explosive devices (IEDs) against Afghan and coalition forces, as well coordinating the movement of insurgent fighters throughout the region. A post-strike assessment determined no civilians were harmed and no civilian property was damaged during the operation.

2012-09-25T00:00:00

airstrike

Wardak

Sayyedabad

Taliban

leader

1

0

1

true

false

true

false

true

false

1

0

true

Several Insurgents captured in Helmand

2010-05-CA-061

May 15: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-05-CA-061  For Immediate Release Afghan National Security Forces with ISAF partners conducted a combined operation early Thursday morning in Malmand Chinnah, Helmand Province. Two compounds were identified as possible locations for a known senior insurgent commander.   The operation was conducted in order to search the compounds and locate the insurgent commander. After the combined force secured both compounds, Afghan Special Police conducted numerous callouts in local dialects. Multiple men, women and children came out of the compounds and were moved to a safe area for the duration of the operation.   The operation resulted in the capture of several insurgents, seizure of a small consignment of narcotics and an assault rifle.

2010-05-13T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Malmand Chinnah

Taliban

senior Insurgent commander

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Numerous killed and two detained in Nangarhar

2011-08-S-047

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-08-S-047 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 18) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed numerous insurgents and detained two more during a security operation in Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, yesterday. The force was in the area searching for a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin leader when they observed several groups of heavily armed insurgents maneuvering in the immediate area. A firefight ensued when the insurgents, armed with rocket propelled grenades, machine guns and AK-47s, attacked the security force. The exchange resulted in the deaths of the insurgent attackers. The original target of this operation was an insurgent leader who directs a group of Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin and Taliban fighters in the district. He also plans and conducts ambush and roadside bomb attacks against the Afghan National Security Force.

2011-08-17T00:00:00

captureandkill

Nangarhar

Khugiani

HiG

leader

3

2

numerous

true

false

true

false

0

false

Several detained in Helmand

2011-05-S-093

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 26, 2011 ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-05-S-093  For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 26, 2011)  In Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation targeting a Taliban leader yesterday.   The Taliban leader coordinated attacks against security forces and he provides other insurgents in his area with munitions.   The combined force searched a compound associated with the leader in Nahr-e Saraj district. During the search, the force interviewed local residents about insurgent activity in the area. Based on the interviews, several suspected insurgents were detained.   No shots were fired during this operation and no civilians were harmed.

2011-05-25T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

Taliban

leader

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Several suspected insurgents detained in Ghazni

2011-07-S-060

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-060 For Immediate Release Finally, in Ghazni district, Ghazni province, an Afghan-led security force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban facilitator. The facilitator is responsible for procuring and disseminating weapons and supplies to insurgents in the area. The security force also confiscated vehicle-born improvised explosive device materials, grenades, an AK-47 assault rifle with several magazines and a chest rack.

2011-07-18T00:00:00

detention

Ghazni

Taliban

facilitator

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

true

0

false

Taliban facilitator detained in Kandahar

2011-09-S-062

2011-09-S-062 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistna KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 27, 2011) In Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban facilitator, yesterday. The leader facilitated the movement of weapons and explosives, as well as, planned attacks against Afghan forces. No civilians were injured during the operation.

2011-09-26T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Panjwayi

Taliban

facilitator

0

1

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

2 militants Killed in Zabul

2010-03-CA-089

Mar. 21: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Zabul, Ghazni Province NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-03-CA-089  For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (March 21) - An Afghan-international combined force killed two militants while pursuing a Taliban commander in Zabul Province yesterday.   The security force attempted to stop a motorcycle carrying two suspected militants. As the security force approached, the militants began firing on the combined force. The security force returned fire and killed the two militants.   The search team found an automatic rifle, pistol, ammunition and a grenade.

2010-03-20T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Zabul

Taliban

commander

2

0

two

true

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Suspected insurgent leader detained in Helmand

2011-06-S-038

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 11, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-06-S-038 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 11, 2011) Also in Helmand, a combined Afghan and coalition force detained a suspected insurgent leader during an operation in Lashkar Gah district, yesterday. The suspect was believed to direct insurgents in attacks against Afghan security forces and facilitated the resupply of weapons and explosives. The suspect and several other men were detained during the operation and taken for processing and further questioning.

2011-06-10T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Lashkar Gah

leader

0

4

1;several

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Several killed and several detained in Sar-e Pul

2011-04-S-013

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 5, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-013 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 5, 2011) – An Afghan and coalition force killed several Taliban insurgents and detained several suspected insurgents in Sayad district, Sar-e Pul province, yesterday.  The target of the operation was a Taliban insurgent who is the shadow governor for Sar-e Pul province and key power broker in the north. He has ties to foreign fighter facilitation and suicide training camps operating in the province.  The joint security force targeted a compound in the district based on multiple intelligence sources. While moving into position to secure the compound, the security force was engaged by one Taliban insurgent. The force suppressed enemy fire, killing an insurgent. Several other insurgents from the same area were taken into custody by the joint security force.  The security force then secured and cleared the compound; detaining one additional insurgent for further questioning.  While preparing to exit the area, the force observed several Taliban members take cover in a ditch just outside of town. The security force isolated the ditch, calling for all insurgents to exit peacefully. The insurgents, armed with AK-47’s, engaged the security force. The force returned fire, resulting in several insurgents killed.

2011-04-04T00:00:00

captureandkill

Sar-e Pul

Sayad

Taliban

shadow governor

4

1;several

several;1

true

false

true

false

0

false

One killed and multiple detained in Kunduz

2011-08-S-018

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-018 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 7, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed one insurgent and detained multiple suspected insurgents during a security operation in Archi district, Kunduz province, yesterday. The security force, led by Afghan security force members, was in the area searching for the Taliban-appointed governing official for operations in the district. The leader is also responsible for a roadside bomb and suicide attack network that targets Afghan government officials. While the security force moved in to begin the search, they noticed several insurgents maneuvering in the area. As the force continued to observe, it became apparent the individuals were armed and conducting offensive movements. The security force moved to confront the armed insurgents, prompting an engagement which resulted in one insurgent killed. The remaining two insurgents were detained. Following the engagement, the security force continued with the original search and detained several other suspected insurgents who were also detained for further questioning.

2011-08-06T00:00:00

captureandkill

Kunduz

Archi

Taliban

district chief

1

5

2;multiple;several

1

true

false

true

false

0

false

4

2012-10-S-032

2012-10-S-032 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 29, 2012) An Afghan and coalition force detained a suspected insurgent during a security operation in search of a Haqqani leader in Khost province today. The leader is suspected of planning ambush attacks targeting Afghan and coalition forces and assisting in the facilitation of weapons for use in insurgent attacks.

2012-10-29T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Haqqani

leader

0

1

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

3

2012-08-S-011

2012-08-S-011 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 5, 2012) The National Directorate of Security, supported by coalition forces, arrested Mullah Shah Wali and Mullah Zadar during separate operations in Uruzgan province, Tuesday. Both men were Taliban leaders in the province. Wali controlled more than two dozen insurgents, and was a key member of the improvised explosive device supply and facilitation network in the Tarin Kot district of Uruzgan province. He also led several attacks against Afghan National Police checkpoints throughout western Uruzgan. Zadar led a group of more than two dozen insurgents who are responsible for attacks against Afghan National Security Force checkpoints in the Deh Rafshan area of Uruzgan province. 2012-08-S-017 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 8, 2012) Afghan and coalition officials announced yesterday that Haji Shakur, a Taliban leader in Chora and Baluchi districts of Uruzgan province, was one of the suspected insurgents arrested during an operation in Tarin Kot district, Uruzgan province, July 31. The operation was conducted by an Afghan security force, supported by coalition troops. Shakur was a mid-level Taliban leader who controlled dozens of insurgent fighters and is responsible for conducting a number of insurgent attacks in both Chora and Baluchi districts. He provided those under his control with ammunition and weapons, and was involved in recruiting local Afghans from the area for the Taliban. Shakur was also an explosives expert responsible for building improvised explosive devices used to attack Afghan and coalition forces.

2012-07-31T00:00:00

detention

Uruzgan

Taliban

leader

0

3

1;2

false

true

false

true

false

0

3

0

true

3

2012-11-S-036

2012-11-S-036 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 27, 2012) Today in Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban facilitator suspected of being responsible for overseeing improvised explosive device and mine emplacement. It is also suspected that he trained other Taliban insurgents to build and test IEDs. During the operation, the combined security force detained three suspected insurgents and seized multiple weapons.

2012-11-27T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Shah Wali Kot

Taliban

facilitator

0

4

1;3

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

Two killed in Helmand

2011-04-S-005

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 2, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-005 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (April 2, 2011)  An ISAF air weapons team supporting ground forces observed two armed insurgents in Marjah district, Helmand province, today. After establishing positive identification, the air weapons team engaged killing the insurgents.

2011-04-02T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Helmand

Marja

2

0

2

true

false

true

false

0

false

5 detained in Kabul

2010-07-CA-105

Afghan, International Forces Conduct Numerous Operations Across Southern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-07-CA-105 For Immediate Release On Wednesday afternoon an ANSF and ISAF combined force conducted an operation in Kabul City to detain Shafi Ullah, a suspected key insurgent and suicide bomb facilitator linked to a Taliban shadow governor in Kabul. Afghan legal representatives entered a compound and arrested five individuals suspected of being members of an attack network. Seized from the compound were rifles, one machine gun, ammunition, components used to construct improvised explosive devices and approximately 70 kilograms of ammonium nitrate fertilizer, a key component in the manufacture of home-made explosives.

2010-07-14T00:00:00

detention

Kabul

Kabul City

Kabul

0

5

five

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Forces Target Nimroz Explosive Device Cell Leader

2011-01-S-077

Forces Target Nimroz Explosive Device Cell Leader ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-01-S-077 For Immediate Release Download PDF    KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 7, 2011) — Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Taliban leader for Khash Rod district, detaining numerous suspected insurgents during a security operation in Nimroz province yesterday.  The targeted Taliban leader is responsible for the distribution and use of improvised explosive devices in the northern region of the province. The Taliban leader and his subordinate insurgent fighters utilize early warning networks to identify coalition and Afghan National Security Force movements to conduct IED attacks on targets of opportunity.  A joint security force followed intelligence reports to the targeted compound in the district. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before the joint security force cleared and secured the buildings. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents.  The security force conducted the operation without firing their weapons and no women or children were injured or detained.

2011-01-06T00:00:00

detention

Nimroz

Khash Rod

Taliban

district chief

0

4

numerous

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Afghan Force Captures Haqqani Network Facilitator in Khost

2010-11-CA-001

Afghan Force Captures Haqqani Network Facilitator in Khost ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-11-CA-001 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 1) –– An Afghan security force, backed by coalition forces, captured a Haqqani Network facilitator in charge of coordinating the acquisition of improvised explosive devices and providing specialized support for insurgent attacks conducted in Terayzai district, during an overnight operation in Khost province.  Intelligence information led the security force to a location in Murmendah in Terayzai district to search for the facilitator. An Afghan-only force used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, and then cleared and secured the area.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the targeted individual. The security force also found IED material at the scene.[...]  The assault force did not fire their weapons during either operation and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches.

2010-10-31T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Terayzai

Murmendah

Haqqani

facilitator

0

1

one

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

7

2012-10-S-010

2012-10-S-010 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 10 2012) Afghan commandos with the 1st Special Operations Kandak, partnered with coalition forces, killed several insurgents during a clearing operation in Kunar province Monday. Afterward, commandos and coalition forces uncovered a stockpile of tactical equipment, which was destroyed on site.

2012-10-08T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Kunar

3

0

several

true

false

true

false

0

false

4

2011-10-S-035

2011-10-S-035 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 17, 2011) In Musa Khel district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force patrol discovered a weapons cache today. The cache consisted of five improvised explosive devices, four IED primers, three handgrenades, one grenade fuse, various ammunition, and two Afghan National Army uniforms. The weapons were safely destroyed on site. Two suspected insurgents were also detained during the operation.

2011-10-17T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Musa Khel

0

2

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Taliban Leader Targeted Overnight, Multiple Insurgents Killed

2010-10-CA-285

Taliban Leader Targeted Overnight, Multiple Insurgents Killed ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-10-CA-285 For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 27)- An Afghan and coalition security force targeting a Taliban senior leader, who serves as the head of Dahanah-ye Ghori district Taliban commission, killed multiple insurgents during an overnight operation in Baghlan province. The targeted individual regularly meets with Taliban leadership in the area to plan upcoming attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in Dahanah-ye Ghori district to search for the targeted individual. As the assault force approached, insurgents fired at the assault force from multiple directions. The security force returned fire from the ground and air, killing several insurgents. Continuous enemy contact throughout the operation prevented the security force from conducting a full post-assessment of the area. The security force then cleared and secured the targeted compound before questioning the residents at the scene. The joint force detained one suspected insurgent for further questioning.

2010-10-27T00:00:00

captureandkill

Baghlan

Dahanah-ye Ghori

Taliban

senior leader

3

1

several

true

false

true

false

0

false

1

2011-11-S-030

2011-11-S-030 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 18, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation throughout the week in Marjeh district, Helmand province. Insurgents in the area fired at the security patrol during the operation. The patrol returned fire, resulting in the death of an insurgent leader. The insurgent leader was responsible for planning attacks against Afghan officials.

2011-11-17T00:00:00

insurgentskilled

Helmand

Marja

leader

1

0

1

true

false

true

false

1

0

true

1

2012-09-S-013

2012-09-S-013 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 10, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban attack coordinator during an operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, Sunday. The attack coordinator is suspected of planning and directing multiple attacks throughout central Kandahar and is believed to have also plotted several assassination attempts against Afghan officials. At the time of his arrest, the Taliban attack coordinator is believed to be planning an imminent suicide attack against Afghan security forces. The security force also detained one other suspected insurgent as a result of this operation.

2012-09-09T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Taliban

attack coordinator

0

2

1;other

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Several suspected individuals detained in Zabul

2011-02-S-110

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 16, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-110 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 16, 2011) In Shah Joy district, Zabul province, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Taliban IED facilitator detaining several suspected insurgents during an operation yesterday. The facilitator is involved in suicide attack facilitation and explosive device construction within the district. Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound in the district, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene.

2011-02-14T00:00:00

detention

Zabul

Shah Joy

Taliban

IED facilitator

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

Two killed and several detained in Sar-e Pul

2011-06-S-079

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-06-S-079 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 24, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed two insurgents and detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Sar-e Pul district, Sar-e Pul province, yesterday. The leader is the Taliban appointed governing official for attacks in Balkh province. He organizes attacks against Afghan security forces and coordinates roadside bomb acquisition, construction and emplacement throughout the province. While moving into position, the Afghan-led security force noticed several individuals attempting to evade. The force moved to detain two insurgents who fled to a cave. The force unsuccessfully called for the men to come out peacefully. After observing the men move into a hostile position, the two were engaged and killed. The force also pursued and detained several additional individuals and after initial questioning, the force determined they had suspected ties to the Taliban. No women or children were harmed during the operation.

2011-06-23T00:00:00

captureandkill

Sar-e Pul

Taliban

leader

2

3

several

2

true

false

true

false

0

false

Forces Capture Haqqani Facilitator Involved in Operating Base Attack

2010-12-S-116

Forces Capture Haqqani Facilitator Involved in Operating Base Attack ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-12-S-116 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 11) – Afghan and coalition forces captured a Haqqani facilitator responsible for enabling improvised explosive device ambushes and killed several armed insurgents during an operation in Paktiya province yesterday.   The targeted individual is believed to have facilitated and assisted in the attack on Forward Operating Base Lightning near Gardez City Dec. 5.   The security force followed intelligence reports to a remote compound south of the city to search for the facilitator, who is also linked to the death of the Shewak district sub-governor.  Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the targeted compound peacefully before the joint force cleared and secured the buildings. Initial questioning at the scene helped identify the facilitator, who was detained by the security force.   Information gathered at the targeted compound caused the security force to move to a follow-on target nearby to search for insurgent activity. As they approached, they encountered several armed insurgents who shot at the force. The assault force returned fire, killing several insurgents. No civilians or security force members were hurt in the engagement. The security force also found multiple automatic weapons and grenades at the scene.   The assault force protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

2010-12-10T00:00:00

captureandkill

Paktya

Gardez

Haqqani

facilitator

3

1

several

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

Several detained in Logar

2011-07-S-067

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-07-S-067 For Immediate Release Finally, an Afghan-led security force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Charkh district, Logar province, yesterday. The Taliban leader is responsible for planning attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces.

2011-07-22T00:00:00

detention

Logar

Charkh

Taliban

leader

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

true

0

false

5

2012-05-S-001

2012-05-S-001 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (May 1) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a Haqqani leader in Muhammad Aghah district, Logar province, today. The leader directs roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces in Laghman and Nangarhar provinces. When the Afghan elements of the security force called for the insurgents to come out of a building, several insurgents opened fire. After determining that no civilians were in the area, the security force called for a precision airstrike. A follow-on assessment of the area determined no civilians were harmed and multiple insurgents were killed. Two insurgents were also detained.

2012-05-01T00:00:00

airstrike;detention

Logar

Mohammad Agha

Haqqani

leader

3

2

multiple

true

false

true

false

0

false

Taliban leader and suspected insurgent captured in Kandahar

2011-02-S-139;2011-02-S-148

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 19, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-139 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 19, 2011) — Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces detained a Taliban leader along with one suspected insurgent during an operation in Kandahar City, Kandahar province yesterday.  The targeted militant is an Arghandab district-based Taliban leader responsible for training Taliban insurgents and coordinated suicide attacks, ambushes and improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.  Intelligence reports led the security force to the targeted compound in the city, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. One suspected insurgent was detained for involvement in insurgent activity after initial questioning at the scene.  The security force received intelligence reports that another Taliban leader was in the area as well and moved to the second compound where the Taliban leader was subsequently detained.  The detained Taliban leader oversaw an assassination cell that operates within the city. He was responsible for transporting IED and conducting assassinations of Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials.  Once again, Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The Taliban leader was detained for involvement in insurgent activity after initial questioning at the scene. --- ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 20, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-148 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 20, 2011)  In other Afghan and coalition operations, ISAF confirms two Taliban leaders were detained in Helmand and Kandahar provinces Feb. 16 and 18.  In Kandahar province, the Arghandab district-based Taliban leader was responsible for training Taliban insurgents and coordinated suicide attacks, ambushes and improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

2011-02-17T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Kandahar City

Taliban

leader

0

2

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

2

2011-11-S-024

2011-11-S-024 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 16, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator and detained two additional suspected insurgents during a security operation in Kandahar district, Kandahar province, yesterday. The facilitator conducted attacks against coalition forces.

2011-11-15T00:00:00

detention

Kandahar

Taliban

facilitator

0

3

1;2

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

false

Three detained in Khost

2011-03-S-058

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 17, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-058 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 17, 2011) In Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday, Afghan and coalition forces captured a Haqqani network leader and detained two suspected insurgents during security operations.  The leader provided financial, media, and logistical support to the network. He operated in Terayzai district and was responsible for acquiring weapons, suicide vest IEDs, and financial support for HQN operations.  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 leader and two suspected insurgents were detained at the scene after initial questioning.

2011-03-15T00:00:00

detention

Khost

Sabari district

Haqqani

leader

0

3

1;2

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

6

2012-11-S-002

2012-11-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 02, 2012) In Gelan district, Ghazni province, today, an Afghan and coalition force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader who plans and coordinates attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the district, and provides direct assistance to senior Taliban leaders in the province. During the operation, the combined security force detained multiple suspected insurgents.

2012-12-02T00:00:00

detention

Ghazni

Gailan

Taliban

leader

0

3

multiple

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

2 men detained in Helmand

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 A separate joint ANSF-ISAF patrol detained two men after discovering 20 lbs. of opium in Nawah-ye-Barakzai district, Helmand Province yesterday. (MORE)   No shots were fired and no Afghan civilians were harmed during any of these operations.

2010-03-13T00:00:00

detention

Helmand

Nawa-ye Barakzai

0

2

two

false

true

false

true

false

0

false

2

2012-11-S-014

2012-11-S-014 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 10) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a senior Taliban leader in Jowzjan province Friday. The arrested leader directed Taliban fighters operating within both Sar-e Pul and Jowzjan provinces. The security force also detained another suspected insurgent and seized several grenades, an assault-style rifle and a handgun and ammunition as a result of the operation.

2012-11-09T00:00:00

detention

Jowzjan

Taliban

senior leader

0

2

1;another

false

true

false

true

false

0

1

0

true

Taliban IED Cell Conducting Attacks on Highway 1 Targeted in Zabul

2010-10-CA-057

Taliban IED Cell Conducting Attacks on Highway 1 Targeted in Zabul ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-10-CA-057 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 5) - Afghan and coalition security forces targeted a Taliban senior leader in Zabul province overnight who commands the Jaldak improvised explosive device cell conducting regular attacks on Highway 1.   The targeted individual maintains ties with several foreign fighter facilitators and Taliban leadership operating in the region.   Intelligence tips led the security force to a remote compound south of Hajji Abdollah Kalay in Tarnek wa Jaldak district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compound.   After conducting initial questioning with the residents at the scene, the security force detained several suspected insurgents.   The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

2010-10-05T00:00:00

detention

Zabul

Tarnak wal Jaldak

Hajji Abdollah Kalay

Taliban

senior leader

0

3

several

false

true

false

true

false

0

false