KABUL, Afghanistan – An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents in Zabul province overnight while in pursuit of the Taliban deputy commander for restive Shah Joy district.
Afghan and coalition forces targeted a compound outside the village of Walan Robat in pursuit of the commander, who reportedly leads more than 30 Taliban fighters. A loudspeaker was used by Afghan forces to call out to the residents to exit the targeted compound. The residents peacefully complied and were interviewed by the joint forces and the two suspected insurgents were later detained for further questioning.
No shots were fired and the women and children were protected throughout the search.
“Our joint security forces will continue to hunt those who threaten the security and stability of the Afghan government. The Afghan people have endured Taliban oppression and intimidation far too long,” said Col. Rafael Torres, ISAF Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director.