Force continues pursuit of Taliban commander in Logar

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

09.02.2010

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL – An Afghan and coalition security force detained two insurgents in Logar province last night in their continued pursuit of a Taliban commander, who leads 40 fighters in attacks against Afghan officials and coalition forces operating in Logar.

The commander is linked to an improvised explosive device strike that killed four U.S. soldiers Monday.

“We will continue to target those responsible for the IED attacks that are killing Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces almost daily,” U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force said. “Those attacking Afghan civilians, Afghan and coalition forces with these cowardly tactics will be brought to justice.”

The security force targeted a compound in the village of Rostam Kheyl in Baraki Barak district to search the area. Afghan soldiers used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area.

After initial questioning on the scene, the assault force detained two insurgents for further questioning. The security force also found a mortar sight and multiple weapons stored in the compound.

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

• Date Taken: 09.02.2010
• Date Posted: 09.02.2010 02:53
• Story ID: 55587
• Location: KABUL, AF