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    Coalition troops target Taliban leader

    KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

    09.30.2010

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    ISAF Joint Command

    KABUL, Afghanistan - 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.

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    Date Taken: 09.30.2010
    Date Posted: 09.30.2010 08:56
    Story ID: 57237
    Location: KABUL, AF

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