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May 31, 2011


War In Afghanistan News 31 May 2011


 
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pup> AfghanistanProvincesWar in Afghanistan News reports provided by ISAF
Joint Command. Operations are reported in the following provinces:  Khost,
Balkh, Kunduz, Helmand, Uruzgan, Paktika, Paktiya, Nangarhar and Wardak.

Coalition forces rounded up insurgents from Taliban and Haqqani groups all
across Afghanistan.  In addition to lowering the numbers of insurgents drugs
were found in Helmand and Uruzgan province.  Opium was found in Helmand
while a large cache of opium, hashish and ammonium nitrate was found in
Uruzgan.  Weapons also were found and destroyed. 

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In other International Security Assistance Force Joint (ISAF) Command
Operational News throughout Afghanistan: 

Khost Province

A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network
facilitator during a security operation in Sabari district, Khost province,
yesterday. 

The facilitator was responsible for the transfer of weapons and explosives
in preparation for Haqqani attacks. He also coordinated improvised explosive
device attacks targeting Afghan security forces. 

The Afghan-led security force located the facilitator at his compound in the
district. The force isolated the area and an Afghan team member called for
all occupants to exit peacefully, allowing the security force to ensure the
safety of the civilians. 

The force searched the compound looking for the targeted individual. During
the search they discovered an AK-47 rifle, pistol, multiple chest racks and
ammunition. Completing the search, the force was able to identify and detain
the facilitator based on the information provided during initial
questioning. 

Balkh Province 

In Chahar Bolak district, Balkh province, a combined Afghan and coalition
security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a
Taliban leader during a security operation yesterday. The leader prepares
attacks against Afghan National Security Forces using explosive devices,
mines and conventional weapons. 

Following intelligence tips, the Afghan-led security force searched for the
leader at an associated compound in the district. Afghan members of the
force interviewed local residents and were able to identify and detain two
suspected insurgents. No shots were fired and no civilians were harmed. 

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Kunduz Province

A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several insurgents
during a security operation targeting a Taliban facilitator in Imam Sahib
district, Kunduz province, yesterday. The facilitator supports an insurgent
attack cell throughout central and northern Kunduz province. The network he
supports consists of insurgents who are directly involved in homemade bomb
and suicide vest attacks against Afghan government officials and Afghan
National Security Forces. 

The Afghan-led force searched several buildings and interviewed residents at
a compound associated with the facilitator. Based on interviews with
residents, the security force was able to identify and detain several
suspected insurgents for further questioning. The force conducted and
completed the operation without the use of force, all while ensuring the
safety of the woman and children. 

Helmand Province 

In Musa Qaleh district, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition
security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a
Taliban leader yesterday. The Taliban leader is the key commander in the
district, providing tactical direction, logistical support, and command
oversight for insurgents in that area. He is involved in weapons and
explosive-device facilitation, homemade bomb attacks and funding procurement
for the insurgency in Musa Qaleh. 

The Afghan-led security force identified the two individuals while searching
a compound associated with the leader. The force's suspicions were confirmed
after conducting on-scene interviews with local residents. Both individuals
were taken into custody for further questioning and possible detention. No
shots were fired during the operation and no civilians were harmed.

Also.....

In central Helmand province yesterday, a combined Afghan and coalition force
operation seized 657 pounds (298 kgs) of opium. Two men were detained during
the operation and taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further
questioning.

Also.....

Yesterday, a combined Afghan and coalition force seized 176 pounds (80 kgs)
of wet opium, in central Helmand. One man was detained during the operation
and taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning.

The AK-47 and all drugs were safely destroyed on site.

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Uruzgan Province

A combined Afghan and coalition force operation seized narcotics and
explosives in Deh Rawud district, Uruzgan province, yesterday. The combined
force seized 320 pounds (145 kilograms) of opium, 44 pounds (20 kgs) of
hashish, 1,654 pounds (750 kgs) of ammonium nitrate and one AK-47 rifle. One
man was detained during the operation and taken by Afghan authorities for
processing and further questioning.

Paktika Province

A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected
insurgents during a security operation in Bermel district, Paktika province,
yesterday. The area is historically known as an insurgent facilitation and
training center. 

The security force searched multiple buildings in the village in search of
Taliban activity. While searching the area the force came across several
individuals who they assessed had ties to Taliban and Haqqani activity in
the area. With the help of residents, the force was able to identify and
detain several suspected insurgents for further questioning. Throughout the
search, the force ensured the safety of the women and children.

Paktiya Province

In Zormat district, Paktiya province, a combined Afghan and coalition
security force detained several suspected insurgents during a security
operation yesterday. The Afghan led force was conducting the operation to
capture a Haqqani network leader in the district. The leader manages
fighters, executes tactical insurgent operations, and plans attacks against
Afghan National Security Forces. 

Several individuals were detained after the force searched a compound
associated with the leader. Afghan members of the force interviewed
residents who helped the force identify the suspected insurgents. The force
conducted the search without using force, and no civilians were harmed. 

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Nangarhar Province

A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected
insurgents during a security operation in Khugyani district, Nangarhar
province, yesterday. The Afghan-led force was conducting a security
operation targeting a Taliban facilitator responsible for homemade bomb
emplacements targeting security forces in the area. 

The security force searched a compound in the district where they
interviewed local residents about the whereabouts of the insurgent
facilitator. While conducting interviews, the force identified and detained
two individuals with suspected ties to Taliban activity in the area. No
shots were fired and no civilians were harmed.

Wardak Province

In Chak district, Wardak province, a combined Afghan and coalition security
force detained one suspected insurgent during a security operation targeting
a Taliban leader yesterday. The leader has participated in and coordinated
attacks against security forces. Additionally, he coordinates training for
subordinate Taliban insurgents. 

While commencing the search for the leader at a compound, the Afghan-led
force discovered a rocket propelled grenade, mortar round, grenade, chest
rack and multiple rounds of small arms ammunition. The individual associated
with the items was detained for further questioning. Before completing the
operation, the force safely destroyed the small cache of weapons. No
civilians were harmed during the operation.

 

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