Taliban leader gives up, turns himself in to ISAF

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

11.02.2010

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces took charge of a Taliban leader after he turned himself into an ISAF base in the Pul-e ‘Alam district of Logar province Monday.

The Taliban leader planned, coordinated and executed improvised explosive attacks against ANSF and ISAF. He also facilitated weapons, suicide bombers and IED’s in Logar, Wardak and Kabul provinces. He allegedly worked with other Taliban leaders in planning, coordinating and executing attacks in Kabul city.

With the support of local elders and after assessing the current environment, the Taliban leader decided to turn himself into a local ISAF base.

Afghan security forces took custody of the Taliban leader for processing and further questioning.

• Date Taken: 11.02.2010
• Date Posted: 11.02.2010 23:09
• Story ID: 59323
• Location: KABUL, AF