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    ISAF Joint Command operational update

    KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

    01.29.2013

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    ISAF Joint Command

    KABUL, Afghanistan – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, today.

    The leader was responsible for planning and executing improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. Prior to his detention, he was planning an IED attack against Afghan civilians, according to coalition officials.

    The security force also detained one suspected insurgent and seized ammunition as a result of the operation.

    In other International Security Assistance Force news throughout Afghanistan:

    North

    During an operation in Burkah district, Baghlan province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) leader. The leader conducted assassinations directed by insurgent leadership in the province. He coordinated the acquisition and delivery of weapons for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the security force seized an assault rifle with associated gear and ammunition.

    South

    An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, Monday. The leader was directly responsible for constructing, emplacing and distributing IEDs in the district. He also conducted surveillance of Afghan and coalition forces in preparation for executing IED attacks in Kandahar province. He organized the transfer and delivery of manufactured IEDs to other insurgents.

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    Date Taken: 01.29.2013
    Date Posted: 01.29.2013 00:32
    Story ID: 101159
    Location: KABUL, AF

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