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    UPDATE: Afghan, coalition forces capture Taliban leader in Paktika

    KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

    12.06.2010

    Courtesy Story

    ISAF Joint Command

    KABUL, Afghanistan – 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.

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    Date Taken: 12.06.2010
    Date Posted: 12.05.2010 23:24
    Story ID: 61420
    Location: KABUL, AF

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