Forces conduct precision air strike on Haqqani Network leader

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

01.10.2011

Courtesy Story

ISAF Joint Command

KABUL, Afghanistan – Afghan and coalition forces killed Mirwais Sabri, a Haqqani Network leader during a joint security operation in Khost province yesterday.

The Haqqani Network leader was targeted during a coalition air strike earlier in the day that killed two suspected insurgents.

Mirwais Sabri was responsible for coordinating and conducting improvised explosive device attacks and small-arms attacks in Sabari district targeting coalition forces. Additionally, he maintained close contact with Haqqani Network leaders and facilitators. Recent reporting indicates he directed four insurgents to place an IED along a road for a future ambush attack on coalition forces.

The Haqqani Network leader and two insurgents were identified in a remote area of the Sabari district at which time the strike was called in after ensuring no civilians were present. Two insurgents were killed during the precision air strike.

A follow on Afghan and coalition security force conducted a search of the area. As the security force arrived at the scene Mirwais Sabri attempted to attack the security force resulting in the armed insurgent being killed.

• Date Taken: 01.10.2011
• Date Posted: 01.10.2011 22:52
• Story ID: 63337
• Location: KABUL, AF