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Taliban leader and another detained in Baghlan

2011-08-S-058

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-058 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 22, 2011) In Pul-e Khumri district, Baghlan province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader and one associate during a security operation yesterday. The leader directed a cell of fighters in roadside bomb attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and was responsible for levying illegal taxes from local civilians.

detention

Baghlan

Pul-e Khumri

Taliban

leader

0

2

2

false

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

3

2012-03-S-030

2012-03-S-030 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 26) A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator during an operation in Zurmat district, Paktya province, today. The facilitator prepared suicide bombers to conduct attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the province.

detention

Paktya

Zurmat

Taliban

facilitator

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

false

Senior Taliban Commander Killed in Helmand

2010-07-CA-016

Operations Across Afghanistan Discover Large Cache of Weapons, Drugs and Insurgents
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-07-CA-016 
For Immediate Release Early Saturday morning, the senior Taliban commander for Nad-e-Ali district was killed in an ANSF and ISAF combined operation. The insurgent was known to have planned and conducted numerous suicide and roadside bombings against the Afghan people. "These partnered operations were aimed directly at denying insurgents the funding and material they need to carry out attacks against Afghan civilians, ANSF, and international forces," said Lt. Col. Todd Vician, an ISAF Joint Command spokesman. No civilians were injured in any of these operations.

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Helmand

Nad Ali

Taliban

senior Taliban commander for Nad Ali

1

0

senior commander

true

false

true

false

false

true

false

false

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0

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4

N/A

A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured an al Qaida facilitator and killed two insurgents during an operation in Surkh Rod district, Nangarhar province, today. The facilitator served as a courier between Afghanistan and Pakistan and delivered supplies to insurgents. During the operation, two individuals were observed displaying hostile intent toward the security force. Assessing an immediate threat, the security force engaged, killing both insurgents. One additional suspected insurgent was detained.

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Nangarhar

Surkh Rod

AQ

facilitator

2

2

1;additional

2

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

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3

2012-10-S-021

2012-10-S-021 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 18, 2012) An Afghan and coalition force detained a number of insurgents during a security operation in search of an improvised explosive device expert in Logar province today.

detention

Logar

IED expert

0

3

a number

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

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3

2012-09-S-013

2012-09-S-013 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 10, 2012) Afghan and coalition forces killed numerous armed insurgents during a security operation to arrest a Taliban leader in Alisheng district, Laghman province, Sunday. During the operation, Afghan and coalition forces positively identified multiple insurgents armed with assault rifles and one heavy machine gun maneuvering near their position. After ensuring that no civilians were in the area, the security force engaged the armed insurgents with a precision airstrike. A post-strike assessment determined no civilian property was damaged and no civilians were harmed.

airstrike

Laghman

Alisheng

Taliban

leader

4

0

numerous

true

false

true

true

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

5

2012-11-S-009

2012-11-S-009 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 7, 2012) Afghan Provincial Response Company Uruzgan, enabled by coalition forces, detained one insurgent, killed approximately a dozen enemy fighters and seized a small quantity of wet opium during an operation in Helmand province yesterday.

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Uruzgan

12

1

1

approximately a dozen

true

true

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Taliban Commander Found Hiding in Floor Oven in Logar

2010-09-CA-158

Taliban Commander Found Hiding in Floor Oven in Logar
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-158 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 16) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained several insurgents in Logar Tuesday, including a Taliban sub-commander responsible for attacks in Baraki Barak, Charkh and Pul-e 'Alam districts. The commander also maintained close ties with facilitators and commanders conducting attacks in Kabul. 

Based on intelligence tips, the combined security force targeted a compound in the village of Chalowza'i in Baraki Barak district to search for the commander. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully and then the combined force cleared the compound. 

During the search, the security force found the commander hiding in a floor oven in the compound. 

"This is the second time in recent weeks a Taliban commander has been found hiding in an oven," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "Whether they hide in a cave or an oven, we're going to find the enemies of Afghanistan and secure peace for this country." 

After the area was secure and the security force conducted initial questioning on scene, they detained the commander and three of his associates. The security force also discovered documents referencing Taliban members at the scene. 

The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

detention

Logar

Baraki Barak

Chalowzayi

Taliban

sub-commander

0

4

4

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

1

2012-06-S-030

2012-06-S-030 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 17, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force detained one of the senior Taliban leaders for Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, today. The leader controlled several insurgent cells throughout southern Afghanistan and coordinated the construction and use of home-made explosives and improvised explosive devices for attacks against coalition and Afghan forces. During the operation the Afghan and coalition security force also detained one suspected insurgent.

detention

Helmand

Nad Ali

Taliban

leader

0

2

1;one

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

Suspected Taliban Insurgents Detained in Helmand by Afghan-Led Force

2010-08-CA-109

Suspected Taliban Insurgents Detained in Helmand by Afghan-Led Force 
Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-109 
For Immediate Release
Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 10) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected Taliban insurgents in Helmand province Monday while in pursuit of a Taliban commander who is responsible for ordering small arms fire and improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan civilians, Afghan and coalition security forces. 

The joint security force targeted a compound in remote Marjah district to search for the commander. Afghan forces called for all residents to exit the compound peacefully and then secured the area. The assault force detained the suspected insurgents after questioning the residents. 

"The innocent are suffering at the hands of the Taliban. Their methods to force their warped ideology on the Afghan people are both violent and cruel," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "The Taliban and other insurgent groups like them purposely cause most of the civilian deaths in Afghanistan." 

The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the woman and children throughout the search.

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Helmand

Marja

Taliban

commander

0

2

two

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2012-07-S-013

2012-07-S-013 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 8, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a senior Taliban recruiter in Now Zad district, Helmand province, today. The insurgent recruiter serves as a Taliban leader in Washer district and operates in direct contact with senior Taliban leaders throughout the region. During the operation several suspected insurgents were detained.

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Helmand

Nawzad

Taliban

senior recruiter

0

3

several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

true

0

0

0

0

false

7

2012-09-S-037

2012-09-S-037 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 24) Afghan and coalition forces today confirmed the arrests of several insurgents, including many leaders, in Kabul in recent weeks. Insurgent leader Zabihullah, detained Sept. 9, is suspected of being in the final stages of planning to transport rockets and conduct attacks against ANSF and coalition forces in Kabul.

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Kabul

leader

0

1

1

false

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

2 males detained in Helmand

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 Monday night an ANSF and ISAF combined force searched a compound in Nahr-e-Saraj district in Helmand province to disrupt narcotics distribution operations. 22 kilograms of opium was seized during the search and one male occupant was detained by Afghan authorities. Another male who subsequently hindered the operation and is believed to be associated with the transport of narcotics and lethal aid, was also taken into custody by Afghan authorities. No civilians were injured in these operations.

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Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

0

1

two

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

2 militants detained in Kandahar

2010-05-CA-082

May 21: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Southern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

 2010-05-CA-082 
For Immediate Release 
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 21) - An Afghan-international security force detained two militants as they pursued a Taliban commander in Kandahar last night. The combined force went to a series of compounds south of Gholam od Din Khan, in the Zharay district, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity.  As the security team approached one of the compounds two men ran away. After a lengthy chase they were caught and told the patrol they were Pakistani fighters. They also admitted they had rocket-propelled grenades and automatic rifles hidden at another location.

detention

Kandahar

Zheray

South of Gholam od Din Khan

Taliban

commander

0

2

two

false

true

true

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false

true

false

true

0

0

0

0

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7

2012-10-S-017

2012-10-S-017 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 14) Afghan and coalition forces confirmed the arrest of a Taliban leader during a security operation in Helmand province Friday. He is allegedly responsible for directing multiple attacks targeting Afghan and coalition forces throughout Helmand province.

detention

Helmand

Taliban

leader

0

1

leader

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

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Two suspected insurgents detained in Zabul

2011-07-S-085

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-085 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 31, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during a security operation targeting a Taliban leader in Qalat district, Zabul province, yesterday. The leader is responsible for conducting roadside bomb and direct attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces.

detention

Zabul

Qalat

Taliban

leader

0

2

2

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2012-10-S-019

2012-10-S-019 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 16, 2012) Coalition forces today confirmed they recently detained two insurgents during two separate Afghan-led operations in Kandahar. Mohammad Nabi, an insurgent facilitator of IEDs and radios, was arrested Oct. 12.

detention

Kandahar

facilitator

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

false

Several killed and multiple detained in Helmand

2011-07-S-043

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-043 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 14, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed several insurgents yesterday during an operation in Marjeh district, Helmand province. The force was searching for an insurgent facilitator when a group of armed attackers engaged the force with small arms fire. The security force returned fire, killing several insurgents. Following the exchange, multiple attackers were detained by Afghan authorities for further questioning.

captureandkill

Helmand

Marja

facilitator

3

3

multiple

several

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2012-12-S-004

2012-12-S-004 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 3, 2012) In Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader who organized attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in eastern Shah Wali Kot district. He also facilitated the movement of Taliban fighters, weapons and ammunition within the district. During the operation, the security force also detained one suspected insurgent and seized several weapons.

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Kandahar

Shah Wali Kot

Taliban

leader

0

2

1;one

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

1

2012-06-S-008

2012-06-S-008 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 4) – An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Haqqani facilitator in Khost district, Khost province, today. The facilitator is an explosives expert who builds bombs for insurgents to use against Afghan and coalition security forces. He is suspected of being responsible for the vehicle born explosive device used during the insurgent attack against Forward Operating Base Salerno, in Khost, on June 1. During the operation, the Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents.

detention

Khost

Khost

Haqqani

facilitator

0

3

multiple

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

1

false

Two detained in Logar

2011-05-S-052

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 15, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-052
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (May 15, 2011) 
In Charkh district, Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during a clearance operation yesterday.

The combined force conducted clearance of a known insurgent safe haven in order to disrupt Taliban activity in the province. The area is historically associated with a senior Taliban leader who directs Taliban and Haqqani operations in the district.

Clearing multiple buildings, the force interviewed local residents about suspected Taliban activity in the area. While searching the location, the force identified two individuals with suspected ties to insurgent activity. The two individuals were detained for further questioning.

During the search the force was careful to ensure the safety of all women and children and no civilians were harmed.

detention

Logar

Charkh

Taliban

senior leader

0

2

2

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

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A few suspected insurgents detained in Nimroz

2010-04-CA-091

Apr. 29: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-04-CA-091 
For Immediate Release  In Nimroz this morning, a combined security force searched a compound outside of Shesh Aveh, in the Khash Rod district, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity. During the search the security force detained a few suspected insurgents for further questioning. No shots were fired and no Afghan citizens were harmed during the operation.

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Nimroz

Khash Rod

Shesh Aveh

0

3

a few

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true

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Coalition Troops Target Taliban Commander

2010-10-CA-038

Coalition Troops Target Taliban Commander
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-038 For Immediate Release
Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 3) - An Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force patrol came under heavy fire while attempting to detain a Taliban leader in the Jawand district of Badghis province Saturday. 
The Taliban leader is the shadow governor of the Jawand district. He is also responsible for providing improvised explosive devices for use in Kabul against Afghan and coalition forces and commands approximately 60 insurgents who are responsible for attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. The joint force searched the target village, calling out to the inhabitants. This resulted in 15 women and 45 children being protected and five suspected insurgents being detained. 
During the search of the village, the patrol found one loaded AK-47, one rocket-propelled grenade launcher, four RPGs and 200 rounds of ammunition. 
As the patrol finished searching the village, they were engaged with heavy small-arms fire from the mountains above them. The patrol called in air support, resulting in 16 insurgents killed and seven wounded. 
Initial reports indicate no civilians were injured during the mission.

captureandkill

Badghis

Jawand

Taliban

shadow governor

16

5

5

16

true

true

true

false

false

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One IED emplacer detained in Khost

2010-04-CA-083

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

2010-04-CA-083 
For Immediate Release  In the Sabari district of Khost yesterday, an Afghan-international security force saw two individuals emplacing an IED. The patrol was able to capture one of the men and destroy the IED.

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Khost

Sabari district

0

1

one

false

true

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3

2011-10-S-057

2011-10-S-057 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 28, 2011) In Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Haqqani network leader yesterday. The leader directs attacks and distributes weapons throughout the area for use against Afghan and coalition forces.

detention

Logar

Pul-e Alam

Haqqani

leader

0

3

multiple

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

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One suspected insurgent detained in Kandahar

2011-01-S-207

Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban Leaders in Paktiya, Kandahar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-01-S-207
For Immediate Release
Download PDF 

 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 19)
 In Kandahar province, Afghan and coalition forces targeted a Taliban leader who is connected to the Dec. 17 indirect fire attack on Forward Operating Base Wilson detaining one suspected insurgent during a security operation.

 The security force targeted the Taliban leader who operates within Zharay district. He is responsible for movement of supplies, facilitation of suicide materials and is associated with Taliban leadership in the province. He also received numerous suicide vest improvised explosive devices from a fellow Taliban leader to be used in future attacks against Afghan National Security Force and coalition forces during the winter months according to recent reporting.

 Security forces followed leads to the target location in the district, where Afghan and coalition forces conducted a search after securing the compound. One suspected insurgent was detained after initial questioning at the scene.

detention

Kandahar

Zheray

Taliban

leader

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

2 suspected insurgents detained in Kabul

2010-05-CA-005

May 2: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Kabul, Kandahar, Helmand
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan

2010-05-CA-005 
For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (May 2) - An Afghan-international security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban facilitator in Kabul Province this morning.

The men were captured in a compound near the village of Payandeh Khel, Mosahi district after intelligence reports of militant activity. They were detained for further questioning.

detention

Kabul

Mosahi

Payandeh Khel

Taliban

facilitator

0

2

two

false

true

true

false

true

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

One detained in Uruzgan

2011-04-S-045

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 15, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-045
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (April 15, 2011) 
Afghan and coalition forces spotted an individual wearing a suicide vest in Shahid-e-Hasas district, Uruzgan province, today.

The man willingly dropped his suicide vest and surrendered himself when confronted by the combined forces. He claimed he was forced by Taliban leaders to wear the vest and was instructed to target Afghan and coalition forces.

Afghan forces disarmed the device and rendered it safe. After further investigation, the vest was destroyed.

detention

Uruzgan

Shahid-e Hasas

0

1

1

false

true

false

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

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Afghan, Coalition Forces Conduct Operations in Paktiya

2010-08-CA-322

Afghan, Coalition Forces Conduct Operations in Paktiya 
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-322 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 29) - Afghan and coalition forces conducted operations in Paktiya province last night while in pursuit of a Taliban commander for coordinating and conducting indirect fire and direct fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. 

The commander, Naman, also coordinated the movement of improvised explosive devices, ammunition, supplies and fighters. He was killed in the operation, along with seven other insurgents. 

As the security force approached the targeted compounds west of Kowti Sheyl in Zormat district, several armed insurgents ran from the compounds. Two of the insurgents hid in a wadi outside the compound and were engaged by coalition aircraft after they threatened the security force. 

Two additional armed insurgents ran in a different direction. As the security force attempted to interdict them, the insurgents demonstrated hostile intent and were also killed. During a follow-on inspection, the security force found automatic weapons, grenades, magazines and IED-making material with the insurgents. 

In the compound, four insurgents hid inside one of the buildings and engaged the force with a machine gun as they attempted to clear the building. The security force returned fire and killed the insurgents. Inside the building, the security force found the machine gun, multiple automatic weapons, 16 grenades, 25 magazines, a rocket-propelled grenade launcher with multiple rounds and a bayonet. They also found IED-making material including blasting caps and other components in the building. 
After the fighting ceased, Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to peacefully exit the remainder of the buildings. After questioning the residents on scene, the security force detained several insurgents. 

"The Taliban use callous and irresponsible tactics, which regularly puts the Afghan people in harm's way," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "Afghan and coalition forces will do everything in their power to take those responsible off the streets and establish safe living conditions for the Afghan people." 

The security force protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

captureandkill

Paktya

Zurmat

Kowti Sheyl

Taliban

commander

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3

several

8

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Insurgents Detained in Wardak Province

2010-09-CA-085

Insurgents Detained in Wardak Province ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-085 
For Immediate Release 

KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 7) - Multiple intelligence reports and local tips led to a combined Afghan and coalition security force operation resulting in the detention of two insurgents in Wardak province yesterday. 

The initial target was the Taliban shadow police chief of Wardak province who facilitates suicide bombers in the area and is responsible for the majority of improvised explosive device attacks in the northern Wardak area. 

Two insurgents with links to the target were detained and are currently being held for questioning at a coalition detention facility.

detention

Wardak

Taliban

Shadow police chief

0

2

two

false

true

true

false

false

true

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false

0

0

0

0

false

Individual detained in Kabul

N/A

Afghan, Coalition Forces Conduct Operations Across Southern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 
 On Saturday night, July 10, ANSF and ISAF forces conducted an operation in Kabul City to detain Jahan Zaib, an individual suspected of belonging to a kidnapping group active in Kabul. Zaib was detained and taken into custody by Afghan authorities.

detention

Kabul

Kabul City

Criminal

0

1

one

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Two killed in Faryab

2011-08-S-047

ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-08-S-047 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 18) In Ghormach district, Faryab province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force killed two insurgents while conducting a search for a senior Taliban leader, yesterday. The leader is the Taliban-appointed deputy governing official for insurgent operations in Shirin Tagab district, and is responsible for roadside bomb and rocket attacks against Afghan National Security Forces. One suspected insurgent was also detained during the operation.

captureandkill

Faryab

Ghormach

Taliban

leader

2

1

1

2

true

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

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4

2012-09-S-029

2012-09-S-029 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 20, 2012) An Afghan-led security force, supported by coalition troops, detained a few suspected insurgents and seized multiple firearms and during an operation to arrest a Haqqani leader in Bak district, Khost province, today. The leader is believed to coordinate attacks throughout the region, specializing in the use of improvised explosive devices.

detention

Khost

Bak

Haqqani

leader

0

3

a few

false

true

true

false

false

true

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Several suspected insurgents detained in Zabul

2011-04-S-015

ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 6, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-015
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (April 6, 2011) 
A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected insurgents during a raid to capture a Taliban leader in Shah Joy district, Zabul province, yesterday. The leader is a Taliban IED facilitator responsible for the movement, distribution and emplacement of explosive devices along Highway 1 in the district.

The security force targeted a compound in the district to detain the leader and his associates. After securing the area and questioning the residents, several suspected insurgents were detained for further questioning.

detention

Zabul

Shah Joy

Taliban

leader

0

3

several

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

Two suspected insurgents detained in Helmand

2011-08-S-003

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-003 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 2, 2011) In Nahr-e Saraj, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security patrol detained two suspected insurgents yesterday while searching for a Taliban leader. The leader builds roadside bombs and provides logistical support to other Taliban chiefs in the area.

detention

Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

Taliban

leader

0

2

2

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

2

2011-11-S-039

2011-11-S-039 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 23, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Haqqani facilitator in Pul-e ‘Alam district, Nangarhar province, yesterday. The facilitator distributes weapons to Haqqani fighters and conducts in-direct fire and roadside bomb attacks in the Pul-e ‘Alam district.

detention

Nangarhar

Pul-e Alam

Haqqani

facilitator

0

2

2

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

false

3

2012-11-S-002

2012-11-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 02, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, today. The leader oversaw the emplacement of improvised explosive devices, conducted direct fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces, and acquired and distributed IED-materials to insurgents. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent.

detention

Helmand

Nad Ali

Taliban

leader

0

2

1;one

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

5

2012-12-S-001

2012-12-S-001 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec 01, 2012) In Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader and detained one suspected insurgent during an operation today. The arrested leader carried out attacks against Afghan and coalition forces, and oversaw the emplacement of improvised explosive devices throughout eastern Panjwa’i district.

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Kandahar

Panjwayi

Taliban

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1;one

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Afghan, Coalition Force Targets Logar-based Taliban Senior Leader

2010-10-CA-026

Afghan, Coalition Force Targets Logar-based Taliban Senior Leader 
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-026 
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 3) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents in Logar province Saturday while in pursuit of a Taliban senior leader who carries out improvised explosive device, direct fire and indirect fire attacks mainly in Baraki Barak district. 

Intelligence tips led the security force to a remote compound in Baraki Barak district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the targeted compound peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compound, finding a rocket-propelled grenade launcher with seven rounds and an automatic weapon with multiple magazines. The security force also found and destroyed a significant amount of IED material including detonation cord, blasting caps, pressure plates and initiators, ensuring the material can never be used against the Afghan people. 

After initial questioning of the residents at the scene, the security force detained three suspected insurgents. The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.

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Logar

Baraki Barak

Taliban

senior leader

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3

three

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2012-11-S-002

2012-11-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 2, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Kandahar province today. The arrested leader is suspected of being responsible for organizing improvised explosive device operations, kidnappings, and attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the security force also detained two suspected insurgents.

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Kandahar

Taliban

leader

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3

1;2

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0

0

1

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N/A

KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 08) – An Afghan and coalition security force captured two Taliban leaders during an operation in Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province, today. One leader planned attacks in Kandahar province, while the second leader conducted roadside bomb and direct-fire attacks against coalition forces. The security force confiscated bomb-making materials and detained multiple suspected insurgents during the operation.

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Helmand

Lashkar Gah

Taliban

leader

0

5

2;multiple

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0

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Several insurgents killed in Helmand

011-03-S-079

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 23, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
011-03-S-079
For Immediate Release
 
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 23, 2011) 
Also in Sangin district, Helmand province, an Afghan National Army and ISAF patrol was engaged by insurgents with small-arms fire. The combined forces returned fire and called for air support. After gaining positive identification, the air weapons team fired killing several insurgents.  

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Helmand

Sangin

3

0

several

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false

false

true

false

false

0

0

0

0

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Operation in Wardak

2011-08-S-077

{N.B. the numbers here are combined with those of the second press release] ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-08-S-077 KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 30, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed more than 10 insurgents and detained another nine during separate, overnight searches targeting a Haqqani network attack cell in eastern Afghanistan. The targets of the searches were several Haqqani facilitators responsible for planning an imminent attack on Kabul city under direction from Haqqani leaders based in Pakistan. Tips from local citizens indicated the insurgents’ locations and that they were organizing the attack to happen in the next few weeks. In Nerkh district, Wardak province, while initiating the search, the force was attacked by multiple groups of insurgents armed with rocket propelled grenades. Responding to the attacks, the force returned fire, killing several.

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Wardak

Nerkh

Haqqani

attack cell

11

9

9

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0

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1

2012-01-S-009

KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 6) An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader constructed roadside bombs and trained insurgent fighters for attacks against coalition forces. Two additional suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.

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Helmand

Nahr-e Seraj

Taliban

leader

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3

1;2

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Afghan and Coalition Force Captures Taliban Sub-Commander in Nangarhar

2010-07-CA-184

Afghan and Coalition Force Captures Taliban Sub-Commander in Nangarhar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-184 
For Immediate Release

KABUL, Afghanistan (July 26) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents in Nangarhar province yesterday including a Taliban sub-commander operating in Khugyani district who was linked to several attacks against coalition forces including a rocket attack on Jalalabad Airfield on Christmas day last year. The security force targeted a compound in Behsud district in pursuit of the commander. 

Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to peacefully exit the compound and then secured the area. After questioning the residents, the security force detained the commander and several suspected insurgents for further questioning. An AK-47 and three magazines were found at the scene. 

"Our operational main effort is to secure Afghanistan, providing time and space for enduring governance and development initiatives to take root," said Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "Afghan and coalition forces will continue to pursue those standing in the way of those goals."

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Nangarhar

Behsud

Taliban

sub-commander

0

4

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Joint ANSF, ISAF Operation Concludes With Security Gains

2010-08-CA-298

Joint ANSF, ISAF Operation Concludes With Security Gains 
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2010-08-CA-298 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 27) - Afghan National Security Forces, partnering with International Security Assistance Forces, concluded their combined security sweep of the Uzbeen valley area Wednesday. 
The operation, which began Saturday with a large joint air assault of troops from the Afghan National Army, French and U.S. soldiers, was focused on clearing the area, rooting out enemy insurgent fighters, and securing and destroying illegal explosives and munitions. 
Following initial success in which approximately 40 Taliban fighters were killed and several key Taliban facilitators captured; operations transitioned focus toward the disruption of insurgent networks and the elimination of explosives and weapons in an attempt to provide a more lasting security. 
The joint force consisted of 430 French soldiers from Task Force Bison, 360 U.S. soldiers from Task Force Iron Grey, 200 soldiers from the 201st Corps of the Afghan National Army that were integrated into both task forces, 60 Afghan commandos from Kandak Commando, and elements of the Afghan National Police in partnership with French Police Operational Mentoring Liaison Teams. 
A total of 60 rockets and mortars were found and safely destroyed as well as a large quantity of homemade explosives and materials that are used in the construction of improvised explosive devices. In addition to the munitions, two laboratories used in the manufacturing of fake identifications and papers were found and destroyed. 
The ANSF and coalition forces conducted several shuras with the locals during the course of the five-day operation, explaining what they were doing and addressing concerns that arose as the combined operation moved through the area. Particular attention was paid to cultural sensitivities and the heightened requirements of a local population that is immersed in the observance of Ramadan. 
"This joint operation with the Afghan National Security Forces, French and American troops has been very successful, and it has been an honor for me to lead the largest air assault operation in recent times, especially with regards to the positive results," said French Army Brig. Gen. Pierre Chavancy, commander of Task Force Lafayette. 
"The insurgents know now that we can go everywhere they are and we will remove illegal weapons and ammunition that they intend to use against the Afghan population, the ANSF and coalition forces," added Chavancy.

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Insurgents killed in Helmand

2011-01-S-323

ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Jan. 28, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-01-S-323
For Immediate Release 
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 28, 2011) – Numerous insurgents were killed during separate clearing and security operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan today.

In Helmand province, coalition forces spotted armed insurgents moving toward a historical fighting location in Musa Qal’ah district. After gaining positive identification, coalition forces engaged the insurgents with anti-armor missiles and called for air support. An air weapons team supporting ground forces engaged the enemy position, killing the insurgents.

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Musa Qala

2

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insurgents

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Multiple suspected insurgents detained in Helmand

2011-09-S-063

2011-09-S-063 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 28, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained multiple suspected insurgents and seized weapons while conducting a security operation in search of a Taliban facilitator in Now Zad district, Helmand province, yesterday. The facilitator provides reports to Taliban leadership based in Pakistan following organized attacks against Afghan forces. Multiple weapons, including a 40 mm grenade launcher and grenades were seized by the security force for safe destruction at a later date.

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Nawzad

Taliban

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3

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4

2011-12-S-015

ISAF Joint Command morning operational update KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 12) A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Bati Kot district, Nangarhar province, today. The leader is involved in roadside bomb attacks against coalition forces in Bati Kot district. The security force detained one suspected insurgent during the operation.

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Bati Kot

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Several insurgents killed in Kunar

2011-02-S-137

ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update Feb. 18, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-02-S-137
For Immediate Release 

KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 18) 
A coalition outpost in Bar Kunar district, Kunar province received small-arms and rocket-propelled grenade fire from several insurgents today. After gaining positive identification of the insurgent position, forces returned fire, killing several insurgents and wounding several more.

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2012-10-S-027

KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 22, 2012) Afghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents during a security operation in Wardak province, today. During the operation, the security force observed two insurgents engaged in insurgent activity.

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2

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2

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2 detained in Khost

2011-07-S-001

ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-001 For Immediate Release Also in Sabari, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured another Haqqani facilitator along with one suspected insurgent yesterday. The facilitator was responsible for coordinating and executing indirect fire attacks against the Afghan National Army.

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Sabari district

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Multiple suspected insurgents detained in Helmand

2011-10-S-001

2011-10-S-001 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 1, 2011) In Kajaki district, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader. The leader facilitates narcotics, as well as, funding for insurgent activity in the Helmand and Kandahar provinces. Additionally, he constructs roadside bombs for use in attacks throughout the region. The security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during the operation.

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Kajaki

Taliban

leader

0

3

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Insurgents Driven Out of Shah Wali Kot

2010-06-CA-059

Insurgents Driven Out of Shah Wali Kot ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-059 
For Immediate Release 
 KABUL, Afghanistan (June 16) - Afghan National Security Forces with ISAF partners successfully conducted a large scale operation against Taliban insurgents in the district of Shah Wali Kot, north of Kandahar City recently. The intent of this operation was to disrupt a key insurgent haven from which attacks against Afghan communities and coalition forces were planned and executed. 

Directly contributing to the ongoing efforts of Hamkari security operations in Kandahar City and nearby districts, the five-day operation saw heavy fighting with one period of non-stop, close-quarter combat lasting the entire day and resulting in the death of a significant number of insurgents. Through this operation, the combined force dealt a major blow to more than 100 insurgents and their commanders. 

After days of intense operations, the combined force succeeded in taking all key positions in the region and forcing remaining insurgents to flee the area. Afghan leaders from the combined force then met with members of the local community to plan ways the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan could assist them in keeping out the Taliban. 

A member of the combined force said the local population of Shah Wali Kot were grateful to the Afghan and international forces for pushing out the insurgents who had levied heavy taxes on residents, occupied their villages and forced them to provide food and shelter to the Taliban. 
No civilians were injured in this operation. ---- "Afghan officials said there had recently been fierce fighting in the Shah Wali Kot district of northern Kandahar, where the chopper went down." (from June 21, 2010 piece by Laura King - "Helicopter crash, violence kill 7 Western troops in Afghanistan")

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Shah Wali Kot

Taliban

5

0

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Coalition Troops Target Taliban Leader

2010-09-CA-331;2010-10-CA-036

Coalition Troops Target Taliban Leader ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-331 
For Immediate Release
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 KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 30) - Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces targeted a Taliban leader during a combined operation in Kabul today by working off intelligence and tips from local civilians. 

The target is a Taliban commander active in Wardak province who was planning an attack on the Presidential Palace in Kabul. He has also planned and participated in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

Following intelligence tips, the combined force went to a location where the Taliban leader was expected to be and detained one suspected insurgent. He was taken by Afghan security forces for processing and further questioning. ----- UPDATE: Coalition Troops Target Taliban Commander ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-036 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 3) - International Security Assistance Force confirms the capture of a mid-level Taliban leader who was planning an attack on the Presidential Palace in Kabul and also planned and participated in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. 

Working off intelligence and tips from local civilians, Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces arrested the Taliban leader in a combined operation Sept. 30. 

Following intelligence tips, the combined force went to a location where the Taliban leader was expected to be and detained one suspected insurgent. He was taken by Afghan security forces for processing and further questioning.

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Kabul

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Three killed in Logar

2011-09-S-057

2011-09-S-057 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Charkh district, Logar province, resulting in the death of three insurgents. The facilitator constructs roadside bombs and uses them to coordinate roadside bombs attacks against Afghan forces. During the security operation, the force encountered armed individuals, responding to the immediate threat, the force engaged, killing three insurgents. One insurgent was armed with a PKM machine gun, and two with AK-47 assault rifles. The security force confiscated multiple weapons and ammunition during the operation.

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Logar

Charkh

Taliban

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3

0

3

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Three detained in Khost

2011-06-S-050

ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 16, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-06-S-050 KABUL, Afghanistan (June 16, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force in Khost province captured a Haqqani network leader and two of his associates during a nighttime security operation in Sabari district, yesterday. The leader targets Afghan forces with roadside bomb and direct attacks. He also purchases weapons and equipment for subordinate insurgents. He was captured at his compound after the Afghan-led security tracked him there earlier in the day. A combined Afghan and coalition force discovered a weapons cache in Hisarak district, Nangarhar province, yesterday. The cache consisted of 47 20 mm rounds, 41 12.7 mm rounds and 17 fuses. They also discovered 119 pounds (54 kgs) of hashish. The weapons and drugs were seized by security forces.

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Sabari district

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One killed in Dai Kundi

2011-09-S-059

2011-09-S-059 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition patrol killed one insurgent, detained a suspected insurgent, and seized a narcotics cache during an operation in Kajran district, Daykundi province, Saturday. The operation seized 5,290 pounds (2,400 kilograms) of hashish, which was safely destroyed on site, and the suspected insurgent was detained for further questioning.

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Kajran

1

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1

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Senior Haqqani network leader killed in airstrike

2011-10-S-010

2011-10-S-010 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 5, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed a senior Haqqani leader and two of his associates during a precision airstrike in Musa Khel district, Khost province, Tuesday. Dilawar, who was only known by one name, was a principal subordinate to Haji Mali Khan, Afghanistan’s lead Haqqani network leader. Dilawar was killed exactly one week following Khan’s capture, resulting in another significant loss for the insurgent group. Dilawar operated along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, between the Khost and Paktiya provinces, where he actively coordinated numerous attacks against Afghan forces and facilitated the movement of weapons. Dilawar also facilitated the movement of foreign fighters and was associated with both al-Qaida and the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan. Prior to Mali Khan’s capture by the combined Afghan and coalition security force, he worked closely with Dilawar planning attacks throughout the area. Specifically, Dilawar had just conducted an ambush on Afghan forces in Paktiya province last month. After ensuring no civilians were in the area, the security force called for the airstrike. A follow-on assessment of the area determined no civilians were harmed during the operation. In an effort to prevent insurgent activity, the Haqqani network and its safe havens remain a top priority for the Afghan and coalition force. Thus far in 2011 security forces have conducted more than 530 operations in an effort to disrupt Haqqani network activities in Eastern Afghanistan, resulting in the death of 20 network leaders and the capture of more than 1,400 suspected Haqqani insurgents. The death of Dilawar marks another significant milestone in the disruption of the Haqqani network in Afghanistan.

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Musa Khel

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2013-01-S-026

2013-01-S-026 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 27, 2013) An Afghan and coalition force detained two insurgents during a security operation in search of a Taliban leader in Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, today. The Taliban leader executes attacks on Afghan and coalition forces.

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Nangarhar

Khugiani

Taliban

leader

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2

2

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2

2012-07-S-039

2012-07-S-039 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (July 21, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan leader in Ishkamish district, Takhar province, yesterday. The IMU leader commanded a high-profile attack cell that directed attacks throughout Kunduz province. The security force also seized several explosive devices as a result of this operation.

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Takhar

Ishkamish

IMU

leader

0

1

1

false

true

true

false

false

true

false

false

0

0

1

0

true

6

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 detained one suspected insurgent during an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Rashidan district, Ghazni province, yesterday. The leader coordinates attacks against coalition forces.

detention

Ghazni

Rashidan

Taliban

leader

0

1

1

false