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ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 10, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-031 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 10, 2011)  In Chahar Darah district, Kunduz province a combined Afghan and coalition security force killed several insurgents and detained several other suspected insurgents during a security operation yesterday.  The combined security force conducted the operation to search for a senior Taliban leader in the district.  The targeted leader is the military commander for Kunduz province and former district commander for Chahar Darah. He is also directly involved with military operations in Takhar province, and works closely with both Taliban and IMU leaders in the province.  The combined security force targeted two compounds in the district that were associated with the leader. At the initial location the force was immediately attacked by several insurgents with small arms weapons and grenades. Responding to enemy fire, the force killed two insurgents. Once the fire ceased, the force called for any remaining occupants to exit the building. They were met with another attack by one insurgent. He was engaged and killed.  After the engagements the force recovered multiple grenades, AK-47 assault rifles and chest racks. Several individuals with suspected ties to insurgent activity were taken off the targeted compound and detained. At a nearby location, a separate unit cleared and secured a targeted compound. After initial on-scene questioning, the force was able to detain several suspected insurgents without the use of deadly force.  No civilians were harmed during the operation.	{"name":"Several killed and several detained in Kunduz","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 10, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-031 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 10, 2011)  In Chahar Darah district, Kunduz province a combined Afghan and coalition security force killed several insurgents and detained several other suspected insurgents during a security operation yesterday.  The combined security force conducted the operation to search for a senior Taliban leader in the district.  The targeted leader is the military commander for Kunduz province and former district commander for Chahar Darah. He is also directly involved with military operations in Takhar province, and works closely with both Taliban and IMU leaders in the province.  The combined security force targeted two compounds in the district that were associated with the leader. At the initial location the force was immediately attacked by several insurgents with small arms weapons and grenades. Responding to enemy fire, the force killed two insurgents. Once the fire ceased, the force called for any remaining occupants to exit the building. They were met with another attack by one insurgent. He was engaged and killed.  After the engagements the force recovered multiple grenades, AK-47 assault rifles and chest racks. Several individuals with suspected ties to insurgent activity were taken off the targeted compound and detained. At a nearby location, a separate unit cleared and secured a targeted compound. After initial on-scene questioning, the force was able to detain several suspected insurgents without the use of deadly force.  No civilians were harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2011-05-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kunduz"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":6,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-10-S-017 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 14) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani leader in Ghazni province today. The detained Haqqani leader is believed to be directly associated with suicide and IED attack operations.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-10-S-017\nFor Immediate Release\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 14)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani leader in Ghazni province today. The detained Haqqani leader is believed to be directly associated with suicide and IED attack operations.","start_date":"2012-10-14","event_type":["detention"],"province":["ghazni"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ANSF Detain 18 Suspected Insurgents, Rescue 2 Civilian Hostages in Kandahar  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-AO-137  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 13) - Afghan National Security Forces captured 18 suspected insurgents, rescued two civilian hostages and seized weapons and bomb making material in the Malajat district of Kandahar City Monday.   The Afghan-led mission into the heavily contested Malajat district of the city included several hours of heavy fighting.   Afghan forces discovered numerous large weapons caches and bomb making materials, said U.S. Army Col. Jeffrey Martindale, Commander, 1st Brigade Combat Team, Combined Team Kandahar City.   "The entire mission was planned and executed by the Afghan forces," said Martindale. "Coalition forces were present in a supporting role, but it was an entirely Afghan led mission that was very well executed."	{"name":"ANSF Detain 18 Suspected Insurgents, Rescue 2 Civilian Hostages in Kandahar","text":"ANSF Detain 18 Suspected Insurgents, Rescue 2 Civilian Hostages in Kandahar\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-AO-137  For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 13) - Afghan National Security Forces captured 18 suspected insurgents, rescued two civilian hostages and seized weapons and bomb making material in the Malajat district of Kandahar City Monday.   The Afghan-led mission into the heavily contested Malajat district of the city included several hours of heavy fighting.   Afghan forces discovered numerous large weapons caches and bomb making materials, said U.S. Army Col. Jeffrey Martindale, Commander, 1st Brigade Combat Team, Combined Team Kandahar City.   \"The entire mission was planned and executed by the Afghan forces,\" said Martindale. \"Coalition forces were present in a supporting role, but it was an entirely Afghan led mission that was very well executed.\"","start_date":"2010-08-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":18,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-04-S-041 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 21) — An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a senior Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan facilitator and explosives expert in Baghlan-e Jadid district, Baghlan province, Wednesday. The facilitator is responsible for multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in northern Afghanistan. He is also suspected in plotting bombings and suicide attacks in Kabul. The security force detained one suspected insurgent and destroyed a rocket propelled grenade launcher and multiple RPG rockets.	{"name":"ISAF Joint Command morning operational update","text":"2012-04-S-041\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 21) — An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a senior Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan facilitator and explosives expert in Baghlan-e Jadid district, Baghlan province, Wednesday.\nThe facilitator is responsible for multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in northern Afghanistan. He is also suspected in plotting bombings and suicide attacks in Kabul.\nThe security force detained one suspected insurgent and destroyed a rocket propelled grenade launcher and multiple RPG rockets.","start_date":"2012-04-18","event_type":["detention"],"province":["baghlan"],"target_group":["imu"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 27, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-090 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (March 27, 2011) In Logar province, Afghan soldiers detained a suspected improvised explosive device facilitator.   Prior to his capture, the suspect was seen throwing a package onto a nearby roof, which upon later inspection contained a pistol and bayonet.	{"name":"IED facilitator detained in Logar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 27, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-090 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (March 27, 2011) In Logar province, Afghan soldiers detained a suspected improvised explosive device facilitator.   Prior to his capture, the suspect was seen throwing a package onto a nearby roof, which upon later inspection contained a pistol and bayonet.","start_date":"2011-03-26","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-11-S-032 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 24, 2012) Afghan and coalition forces confirmed today the death of a senior member of the Tala Wah Barfek Taliban insurgent network in an operation in Baghlan province Wednesday. He was responsible for several attacks on Afghan and coalition forces in the province and was also a mentor for other insurgents. The combined force also killed a number of other insurgents during the operation.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-11-S-032\nFor Immediate Release \n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 24, 2012)\nAfghan and coalition forces confirmed today the death of a senior member of the Tala Wah Barfek Taliban insurgent network in an operation in Baghlan province Wednesday. He was responsible for several attacks on Afghan and coalition forces in the province and was also a mentor for other insurgents. The combined force also killed a number of other insurgents during the operation.","start_date":"2012-11-21","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["baghlan"],"target_group":["talah wa barfak taliban insurgent network"],"min_killed":5,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2011-11-S-022 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 14, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security patrol killed several insurgents and wounded one other insurgent in Marjah district, Helmand province, Sunday. The Afghan and the coalition patrol received small arms fire from insurgents in the area during the operation. The patrol returned fire resulting in the deaths of the insurgents. The wounded insurgent was detained and taken for medical treatment and further questioning.	{"name":"1","text":"2011-11-S-022\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 14, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security patrol killed several insurgents and wounded one other insurgent in Marjah district, Helmand province, Sunday.\n\nThe Afghan and the coalition patrol received small arms fire from insurgents in the area during the operation. The patrol returned fire resulting in the deaths of the insurgents.\n\nThe wounded insurgent was detained and taken for medical treatment and further questioning.","start_date":"2011-11-13","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":1,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2013-01-S-019 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 19, 2013) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, yesterday. The leader coordinated and executed improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces and oversaw the distribution of IEDs, weapons and ammunition to insurgents operating in district. During the operation, the security force also detained one suspected insurgent.	{"name":"3","text":"2013-01-S-019\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 19, 2013)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, yesterday. The leader coordinated and executed improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces and oversaw the distribution of IEDs, weapons and ammunition to insurgents operating in district. During the operation, the security force also detained one suspected insurgent.","start_date":"2013-01-18","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
Taliban IED Operative Captured by Security Force in Paktika ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-066 For Immediate Release Download PDF (English) Download PDF (Dari) KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 6) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents in Paktika province Sunday, including a Taliban improvised explosive device operative.   The operative also facilitates and conducts heavy machine gun and small arms fire attacks against coalition force convoys.   Recent reporting led the security force to target a compound in the village of Usman Kala in Sharana district, to search for the individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area.   After questioning all the residents, the security force identified and detained the targeted individual and one of his associates.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.	{"name":"Taliban IED Operative Captured by Security Force in Paktika","text":"Taliban IED Operative Captured by Security Force in Paktika\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-066 For Immediate Release\nDownload PDF (English)\nDownload PDF (Dari)\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 6) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents in Paktika province Sunday, including a Taliban improvised explosive device operative.   The operative also facilitates and conducts heavy machine gun and small arms fire attacks against coalition force convoys.   Recent reporting led the security force to target a compound in the village of Usman Kala in Sharana district, to search for the individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area.   After questioning all the residents, the security force identified and detained the targeted individual and one of his associates.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children throughout the search.","start_date":"2010-09-05","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktika"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 22, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-068 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 23, 2011)  In Zhari district, Kandahar province, yesterday, Afghan and coalition forces detained one individual while targeting a Taliban leader during a security operation.  The Taliban leader is involved with numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He assists with coordination and execution of IED attacks, as well as acquires and distributes IED components throughout the district.  Intelligence tips led the combined security force to a compound in the district suspected of Taliban insurgency. The force isolated the compound and called for all occupants to exit the buildings. All occupants were compliant with the callout, which allowed the force to ensure the safety of all women and children. Continuing their search, the force interviewed the local residents of the compound. As a result of the interviews, the force detained an individual with suspected ties to Taliban insurgency.  No shots were fired and no civilians were harmed during the operations.	{"name":"One detained in Kandahar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 22, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-068 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 23, 2011)  In Zhari district, Kandahar province, yesterday, Afghan and coalition forces detained one individual while targeting a Taliban leader during a security operation.  The Taliban leader is involved with numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He assists with coordination and execution of IED attacks, as well as acquires and distributes IED components throughout the district.  Intelligence tips led the combined security force to a compound in the district suspected of Taliban insurgency. The force isolated the compound and called for all occupants to exit the buildings. All occupants were compliant with the callout, which allowed the force to ensure the safety of all women and children. Continuing their search, the force interviewed the local residents of the compound. As a result of the interviews, the force detained an individual with suspected ties to Taliban insurgency.  No shots were fired and no civilians were harmed during the operations.","start_date":"2011-04-21","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2011-10-S-042 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 21, 2011) A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network facilitator during a search operation in Sabari district, Khost province. The facilitator planned and coordinated attacks against Afghan forces, as well as, distributing weapons and roadside bombs throughout Sabari district. Two additional suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.	{"name":"3","text":"2011-10-S-042\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 21, 2011)\nA combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network facilitator during a search operation in Sabari district, Khost province. The facilitator planned and coordinated attacks against Afghan forces, as well as, distributing weapons and roadside bombs throughout Sabari district. Two additional suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.","start_date":"2011-10-21","event_type":["detention"],"province":["khost"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-08-S-011 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (August 5, 2011) In Sayad district, Sar-e Pul province, coalition forces killed numerous Taliban insurgents with precision air strikes yesterday. Earlier in the day, a coalition security team was notified of an insurgent attack against local Afghan forces. After assessing the threat the security force called for precision air strikes, killing the individuals. Following the strike, local leaders were quick to express appreciation for the coalition’s response to the Taliban threat.	{"name":"Numerous Taliban insurgents killed in Sar-e Pul","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-08-S-011\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (August 5, 2011)\nIn Sayad district, Sar-e Pul province, coalition forces killed numerous Taliban insurgents with precision air strikes yesterday. Earlier in the day, a coalition security team was notified of an insurgent attack against local Afghan forces. After assessing the threat the security force called for precision air strikes, killing the individuals.\n\nFollowing the strike, local leaders were quick to express appreciation for the coalition’s response to the Taliban threat.","start_date":"2011-08-04","event_type":["airstrike"],"province":["sar-e pul"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":4,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":true,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 19) – In Nad’ Ali district, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation today. The leader constructed explosives and directed insurgent fighters in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout Helmand province. The security force confiscated approximately 15 pounds (7 kilograms) of opium and detained one additional suspected insurgent during the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 19) – In Nad’ Ali district, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation today.\nThe leader constructed explosives and directed insurgent fighters in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout Helmand province.\nThe security force confiscated approximately 15 pounds (7 kilograms) of opium and detained one additional suspected insurgent during the operation.","start_date":"2012-01-19","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 2, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-005 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (April 2, 2011) – International Security Assistance Forces killed numerous insurgents in eastern Afghanistan, today.   In Kunar province, during separate clearing operations, two ISAF air weapons teams supporting ground forces observed numerous armed insurgents in Marawarah district. After gaining positive identification, the air weapons teams engaged the enemy positions killing numerous insurgents and forcing the others to flee.	{"name":"Numerous insurgents killed in Kunar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update April 2, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-005 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (April 2, 2011) – International Security Assistance Forces killed numerous insurgents in eastern Afghanistan, today.   In Kunar province, during separate clearing operations, two ISAF air weapons teams supporting ground forces observed numerous armed insurgents in Marawarah district. After gaining positive identification, the air weapons teams engaged the enemy positions killing numerous insurgents and forcing the others to flee.","start_date":"2011-04-02","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kunar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":4,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Force Continues Pursuit of Taliban Shadow Governor for Musa Qal'ah ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-077 For Immediate Release Download PDF KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 7) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained more than 10 suspected insurgents in Helmand province Monday while in pursuit of the Taliban shadow governor of Musa Qal'ah district.   The shadow governor facilitates and leads improvised explosive device and direct fire attacks as well as handling funding for Taliban operations within his area.   The security force approached the targeted compound south of the village of Sharageh in Musa Qal'ah district to search for the shadow governor. Afghan soldiers used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area.   After initial questioning of the people on the scene, the assault force detained the suspected insurgents for further questioning. The security force discovered multiple weapons, drugs, Taliban paraphernalia and Pakistani money at the scene.   As the security force was leaving the target area, coalition aircraft received small arms fire from the ground. The aircraft returned fire ensuring the aircraft and occupants left the area safely.   The ground security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children during for the duration of the operation.	{"name":"Force Continues Pursuit of Taliban Shadow Governor for Musa Qal'ah","text":"Force Continues Pursuit of Taliban Shadow Governor for Musa Qal'ah\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-077 For Immediate Release\nDownload PDF\n KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 7) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained more than 10 suspected insurgents in Helmand province Monday while in pursuit of the Taliban shadow governor of Musa Qal'ah district.   The shadow governor facilitates and leads improvised explosive device and direct fire attacks as well as handling funding for Taliban operations within his area.   The security force approached the targeted compound south of the village of Sharageh in Musa Qal'ah district to search for the shadow governor. Afghan soldiers used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured the area.   After initial questioning of the people on the scene, the assault force detained the suspected insurgents for further questioning. The security force discovered multiple weapons, drugs, Taliban paraphernalia and Pakistani money at the scene.   As the security force was leaving the target area, coalition aircraft received small arms fire from the ground. The aircraft returned fire ensuring the aircraft and occupants left the area safely.   The ground security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children during for the duration of the operation.","start_date":"2010-09-06","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":11,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update, Feb. 15, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-108 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 15, 2011)  In Tsowkey district, Kunar province, an ISAF patrol received small arms fire from an unknown number of insurgents. After establishing positive identification, coalition forces engaged, killing one insurgent.	{"name":"One insurgent killed in Kunar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update, Feb. 15, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-108 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 15, 2011)  In Tsowkey district, Kunar province, an ISAF patrol received small arms fire from an unknown number of insurgents. After establishing positive identification, coalition forces engaged, killing one insurgent.","start_date":"2011-02-14","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kunar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2012-04-S-018 KABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 8) — An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani facilitator during an operation in Pul-e 'Alam district, Logar province, today. The facilitator built multiple roadside bombs for attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the province. He also provided explosive device materials and expertise to other insurgents in the area.	{"name":"1","text":"2012-04-S-018\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 8) — An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani facilitator during an operation in Pul-e 'Alam district, Logar province, today.\nThe facilitator built multiple roadside bombs for attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the province. He also provided explosive device materials and expertise to other insurgents in the area.","start_date":"2012-04-08","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":["haqqani"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Afghan, Coalition Force Targets Taliban Deputy Leader for Nawa District ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-10-CA-180 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 18) - An Afghan and coalition security force targeted the Taliban deputy leader for Nawah-ye Barakzai district who coordinates the activities of Taliban fighters in the district, detaining two suspected insurgents during an operation in Helmand province overnight.   Based on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound south of Khalifeh Shirin Kowr in Nahr-e Saraj district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, and then the joint security force began to clear the compound. During the clearance, the security force killed a man when he charged at the security force.   After questioning at the scene, the security force detained two suspected insurgents.	{"name":"Afghan, Coalition Force Targets Taliban Deputy Leader for Nawa District","text":"Afghan, Coalition Force Targets Taliban Deputy Leader for Nawa District\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-10-CA-180 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 18) - An Afghan and coalition security force targeted the Taliban deputy leader for Nawah-ye Barakzai district who coordinates the activities of Taliban fighters in the district, detaining two suspected insurgents during an operation in Helmand province overnight.   Based on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound south of Khalifeh Shirin Kowr in Nahr-e Saraj district to search for the targeted individual. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully, and then the joint security force began to clear the compound. During the clearance, the security force killed a man when he charged at the security force.   After questioning at the scene, the security force detained two suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2010-10-18","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":2,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 15, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-054 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 15, 2011)  Coalition forces killed several insurgents in Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province yesterday.  The insurgents fired at a coalition forces air weapons team from a known enemy firing position. The air weapons team returned fire, killing them.	{"name":"Several killed in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 15, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-054 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 15, 2011)  Coalition forces killed several insurgents in Lashkar Gah district, Helmand province yesterday.  The insurgents fired at a coalition forces air weapons team from a known enemy firing position. The air weapons team returned fire, killing them.","start_date":"2011-05-14","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan 2011-07-S-006 For Immediate Release In Helmand province, an Afghan-led security force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Kajaki district, yesterday. The leader is the Taliban senior military leader operating in Sangin district. He coordinates roadside bomb attacks with his subordinates and facilitates weapons acquisition.	{"name":"Several Detained in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan\n2011-07-S-006\nFor Immediate Release \n\nIn Helmand province, an Afghan-led security force detained several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Kajaki district, yesterday. The leader is the Taliban senior military leader operating in Sangin district. He coordinates roadside bomb attacks with his subordinates and facilitates weapons acquisition.","start_date":"2011-07-03","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Senior Taliban Commander in Kandahar Killed  In another operation, Mullah Zergay, the top Taliban commander for the Kandahar City area, was killed by Afghan-international forces in an operation in Zharay district last week.   Zergay’s operations, particularly those using explosive devices are directly responsible for the deaths of many Afghans in Kandahar, Arghandab and Zharay districts. He was also involved in violent intimidation, kidnappings and executions of government employees and village elders.   “Zergay's death is considered to be a major loss for the Taliban leadership in southern Afghanistan,” Shanks said.   --- Kandahar’s Senior Taliban Commander Killed  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-110  For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 4) – Mullah Zergay, the top Taliban commander for the Kandahar City area, was killed by Afghan-international forces in an operation in Zharay district last week.   Zergay directed insurgent activities in the Arghandab and Zharay districts, including Kandahar City. He used explosives in nearly all of his operations and was directly responsible for multiple deaths in Kandahar city alone. He rose to power through violent intimidation campaigns against civilians and by leading kidnappings and executions of government employees and village elders.   After tracking his location for several weeks, an Afghan-international security force moved to capture Zergay in a Taliban safe haven area south of Kudeza’i in Zharay district. As the assault force approached, several armed insurgents fired on the approaching coalition forces with machine guns and rocket propelled grenades. The assault force returned fire, and during the ensuing firefight Zergay and several members of his security detachment were killed.   Zergay’s death is considered to be a major loss for the Taliban leadership in southern Afghanistan. Editors Note: This operation was first reported in IJC news release 2010-05-CA-107: IJC Operational Update, May 29. Officials have now confirmed Zergay’s death. --- May 29: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-05-CA-107  For Immediate Release A separate Afghan-international security force captured a Taliban commander and several individuals suspected of militant activity in Kandahar Province yesterday.  The Taliban commander was captured after the security team interdicted a vehicle in the Panjwa'i district after intelligence information confirmed militant activity. He is responsible for planning and executing attacks against coalition forces and was also involved in kidnappings and weapons facilitation.   The suspects were captured without incident.	{"name":"Senior Taliban Commander for Kandahar City killed in Kandahar","text":"Senior Taliban Commander in Kandahar Killed\n In another operation, Mullah Zergay, the top Taliban commander for the Kandahar City area, was killed by Afghan-international forces in an operation in Zharay district last week.   Zergay’s operations, particularly those using explosive devices are directly responsible for the deaths of many Afghans in Kandahar, Arghandab and Zharay districts. He was also involved in violent intimidation, kidnappings and executions of government employees and village elders.   “Zergay's death is considered to be a major loss for the Taliban leadership in southern Afghanistan,” Shanks said.  \n---\n\nKandahar’s Senior Taliban Commander Killed  ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-110  For Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 4) – Mullah Zergay, the top Taliban commander for the Kandahar City area, was killed by Afghan-international forces in an operation in Zharay district last week.   Zergay directed insurgent activities in the Arghandab and Zharay districts, including Kandahar City. He used explosives in nearly all of his operations and was directly responsible for multiple deaths in Kandahar city alone. He rose to power through violent intimidation campaigns against civilians and by leading kidnappings and executions of government employees and village elders.   After tracking his location for several weeks, an Afghan-international security force moved to capture Zergay in a Taliban safe haven area south of Kudeza’i in Zharay district. As the assault force approached, several armed insurgents fired on the approaching coalition forces with machine guns and rocket propelled grenades. The assault force returned fire, and during the ensuing firefight Zergay and several members of his security detachment were killed.   Zergay’s death is considered to be a major loss for the Taliban leadership in southern Afghanistan.\nEditors Note: This operation was first reported in IJC news release 2010-05-CA-107: IJC Operational Update, May 29. Officials have now confirmed Zergay’s death.\n\n---\n\nMay 29: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-05-CA-107  For Immediate Release\n\n A separate Afghan-international security force captured a Taliban commander and several individuals suspected of militant activity in Kandahar Province yesterday.  The Taliban commander was captured after the security team interdicted a vehicle in the Panjwa'i district after intelligence information confirmed militant activity. He is responsible for planning and executing attacks against coalition forces and was also involved in kidnappings and weapons facilitation.   The suspects were captured without incident.","start_date":"2010-05-27","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}
June 25: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Southern, Eastern, Northern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-100  For Immediate Release Afghan National Security Forces with ISAF partners conducted an operation Wednesday night in Trek Nawa, east of Marjah, in Helmand Province to increase security to the Afghan population by disrupting a network known to supply explosives and other material used in constructing roadside bombs.   As the Afghan-led force approached the compound housing insurgents, two armed individuals presented a direct threat and were killed. Afghan Special Police ensured all remaining residents left the compound safely. Several women and children were protected, and two men were taken into police custody.   "In the last 12 weeks, insurgents have increased the number of civilian casualties they caused mainly by their use of indiscriminate tactics like IEDs and suicide bombings," said Lt. Col. Todd Vician, an ISAF Joint Command spokesman. "This operation was aimed directly at preventing insurgents from being supplied with material to conduct those attacks." No civilians were reported harmed in any of these operations.	{"name":"2 killed in Helmand","text":"June 25: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Southern, Eastern, Northern Afghanistan\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-100  For Immediate Release\n\n Afghan National Security Forces with ISAF partners conducted an operation Wednesday night in Trek Nawa, east of Marjah, in Helmand Province to increase security to the Afghan population by disrupting a network known to supply explosives and other material used in constructing roadside bombs.   As the Afghan-led force approached the compound housing insurgents, two armed individuals presented a direct threat and were killed. Afghan Special Police ensured all remaining residents left the compound safely. Several women and children were protected, and two men were taken into police custody.   \"In the last 12 weeks, insurgents have increased the number of civilian casualties they caused mainly by their use of indiscriminate tactics like IEDs and suicide bombings,\" said Lt. Col. Todd Vician, an ISAF Joint Command spokesman. \"This operation was aimed directly at preventing insurgents from being supplied with material to conduct those attacks.\"\n No civilians were reported harmed in any of these operations.","start_date":"2010-06-23","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":2,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Forces Capture Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin Leader in Nangarhar ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-D-127 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 18, 2011) – Afghan and coalition forces captured a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin, or HIG, leader for Khugyani district along with one suspected insurgent and killed a local who threatened the security force during a security operation Nangarhar province, yesterday.  The detained HIG insurgent led a group of HIG and Taliban insurgents involved in planning and conducting various types of attacks to include improvised explosive device attacks against Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and coalition forces in the province. He also provided food and shelter to five insurgent fighters who were traveling from Pakistan according to recent reporting.  Security forces followed leads to the targeted compound in Khugyani district, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The security force was told by civilians in the compound that everyone had exited the buildings.  While conducting a call out on one of the buildings to ensure all occupants had exited security forces saw the local inside the building through a window. The individual was unresponsive to multiple instructions given to him by Afghan forces, even after they entered the building. He then threatened the security force resulting in him being killed.  The security force spoke with the compound elder to inform him what occurred within the building.  After the compound was secure, the targeted insurgent and one suspected insurgent were detained after initial questioning at the scene. An improvised explosive device with 50-pounds of explosives, multiple AK-47s, three hand grenades, two pistols, two chest racks, ammunition and 25 pounds of narcotics were recovered by the security force.  Afghan and coalition forces conducted at least six joint operations since September 2010 in the district, resulting in several Taliban leaders and more than 10 armed insurgents being killed. The security force also captured several Taliban weapons facilitators and armed insurgents. Multiple automatic weapons, pistols, grenades, blasting caps and ammunition were recovered during the six operations.	{"name":"Forces Capture Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin Leader in Nangarhar","text":"Forces Capture Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin Leader in Nangarhar\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-D-127 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 18, 2011) – Afghan and coalition forces captured a Hezb-e Islami Gulbuddin, or HIG, leader for Khugyani district along with one suspected insurgent and killed a local who threatened the security force during a security operation Nangarhar province, yesterday.  The detained HIG insurgent led a group of HIG and Taliban insurgents involved in planning and conducting various types of attacks to include improvised explosive device attacks against Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and coalition forces in the province. He also provided food and shelter to five insurgent fighters who were traveling from Pakistan according to recent reporting.  Security forces followed leads to the targeted compound in Khugyani district, where Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The security force was told by civilians in the compound that everyone had exited the buildings.  While conducting a call out on one of the buildings to ensure all occupants had exited security forces saw the local inside the building through a window. The individual was unresponsive to multiple instructions given to him by Afghan forces, even after they entered the building. He then threatened the security force resulting in him being killed.  The security force spoke with the compound elder to inform him what occurred within the building.  After the compound was secure, the targeted insurgent and one suspected insurgent were detained after initial questioning at the scene. An improvised explosive device with 50-pounds of explosives, multiple AK-47s, three hand grenades, two pistols, two chest racks, ammunition and 25 pounds of narcotics were recovered by the security force.  Afghan and coalition forces conducted at least six joint operations since September 2010 in the district, resulting in several Taliban leaders and more than 10 armed insurgents being killed. The security force also captured several Taliban weapons facilitators and armed insurgents. Multiple automatic weapons, pistols, grenades, blasting caps and ammunition were recovered during the six operations.","start_date":"2011-02-16","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["nangarhar"],"target_group":["hig"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":2,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-11-S-002 KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 02, 2012) An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader in Pul-e Khumri district, Baghlan province, today. The leader built and distributed improvised explosive devices and was responsible for transporting IED components to insurgents throughout the district.	{"name":"2","text":"2012-11-S-002\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 02, 2012) \nAn Afghan and coalition security force arrested a local Taliban leader in Pul-e Khumri district, Baghlan province, today. The leader built and distributed improvised explosive devices and was responsible for transporting IED components to insurgents throughout the district.","start_date":"2012-12-02","event_type":["detention"],"province":["baghlan"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan Military Leader in Balkh Province ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-031 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 11, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces captured an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan, or IMU military leader and detained several suspected insurgents during an operation in Mazar-e Sharif district, Balkh province, yesterday.  The leader commanded a foreign fighter force and is involved in the recruitment and training of suicide bombers. He was associated with several members of the Taliban and IMU leadership throughout Balkh, Konduz, Baghlan, and Takhar provinces.  Coalition leaders spoke directly with Afghan government officials about this imminent suicide threat that could impact the celebrations of Nawroz. Intelligence reports indicated that the insurgent leader was in the city of Mazar-e Sharif to plan and conduct a suicide attack in the city. Because of this, Afghan and coalition forces arrived and surrounded the compound to arrest the criminal.   Security forces advanced on the compound and issued a call out for all residents to exit the building. Upon exiting the residence, the IMU leader identified himself to security forces and was detained. Several additional suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene for their involvement in insurgent activity.  Throughout the operation, women and children were respected by the security force.	{"name":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan Military Leader in Balkh Province","text":"Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan Military Leader in Balkh Province\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-03-S-031 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (March 11, 2011) – Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Forces captured an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan, or IMU military leader and detained several suspected insurgents during an operation in Mazar-e Sharif district, Balkh province, yesterday.  The leader commanded a foreign fighter force and is involved in the recruitment and training of suicide bombers. He was associated with several members of the Taliban and IMU leadership throughout Balkh, Konduz, Baghlan, and Takhar provinces.  Coalition leaders spoke directly with Afghan government officials about this imminent suicide threat that could impact the celebrations of Nawroz. Intelligence reports indicated that the insurgent leader was in the city of Mazar-e Sharif to plan and conduct a suicide attack in the city. Because of this, Afghan and coalition forces arrived and surrounded the compound to arrest the criminal.   Security forces advanced on the compound and issued a call out for all residents to exit the building. Upon exiting the residence, the IMU leader identified himself to security forces and was detained. Several additional suspected insurgents were detained after initial questioning at the scene for their involvement in insurgent activity.  Throughout the operation, women and children were respected by the security force.","start_date":"2011-03-09","event_type":["detention"],"province":["balkh"],"target_group":["imu"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
June 7: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Kandahar, Uruzgan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-021 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 7) - An Afghan-international security force detained an individual suspected of insurgent activity in Kandahar Province today. The combined force went to a compound in west Kandahar City, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity. The force detained the suspect for further questioning. No shots were fired and no one was harmed during the operation.	{"name":"Individual captured in Kandahar","text":"June 7: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Kandahar, Uruzgan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-021 For Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 7) - An Afghan-international security force detained an individual suspected of insurgent activity in Kandahar Province today.\n The combined force went to a compound in west Kandahar City, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity. The force detained the suspect for further questioning.\n No shots were fired and no one was harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2010-06-07","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 6) An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader constructed roadside bombs and trained insurgent fighters for attacks against coalition forces. Two additional suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 6)\nAn Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban leader during an operation in Nahr-e Saraj district, Helmand province, today. The leader constructed roadside bombs and trained insurgent fighters for attacks against coalition forces. Two additional suspected insurgents were detained during the operation.\n","start_date":"2012-01-06","event_type":["detention"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-10-S-029 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 24, 2012) Afghan and coalition forces today confirmed the arrest of a Taliban leader in Kandahar province yesterday. The detained Taliban leader was responsible for assassination attempts, IED attacks, and facilitation of lethal aid throughout Kandahar province. During the operation, the security force also detained three suspected insurgents.	{"name":"5","text":"2012-10-S-029\nFor Immediate Release\n \n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 24, 2012)\nAfghan and coalition forces today confirmed the arrest of a Taliban leader in Kandahar province yesterday. The detained Taliban leader was responsible for assassination attempts, IED attacks, and facilitation of lethal aid throughout Kandahar province. During the operation, the security force also detained three suspected insurgents.","start_date":"2012-10-23","event_type":["detention"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2013-01-S-026 KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 27, 2013) In Zurmat district, Paktiya province, yesterday, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader who emplaced improvised explosive devices and conducted attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He also oversaw the movement of suicide bombers in the district.	{"name":"3","text":"2013-01-S-026\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 27, 2013)\nIn Zurmat district, Paktiya province, yesterday, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader who emplaced improvised explosive devices and conducted attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He also oversaw the movement of suicide bombers in the district.","start_date":"2013-01-26","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":1,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 7, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-020 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 7, 2011)  In Wardak, a combined Afghan and coalition force detained numerous insurgents while searching for a Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin network leader in Nerkh district. The network leader raises funds in order to plan and coordinate attacks against Afghan and coalition forces with other Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin leaders in the district.  The combined force targeted a compound in the district based on numerous intelligence reports. They secured and cleared the compound without incident; detaining numerous suspected insurgents for further questioning. Fifty pounds (22 kgs) of marijuana was also discovered and safely destroyed. There were no shots fired and no civilians harmed during the operation.	{"name":"Numerous insurgents detained in Wardak","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 7, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-04-S-020 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (April 7, 2011)  In Wardak, a combined Afghan and coalition force detained numerous insurgents while searching for a Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin network leader in Nerkh district. The network leader raises funds in order to plan and coordinate attacks against Afghan and coalition forces with other Hezb-E Islami Gulbuddin leaders in the district.  The combined force targeted a compound in the district based on numerous intelligence reports. They secured and cleared the compound without incident; detaining numerous suspected insurgents for further questioning. Fifty pounds (22 kgs) of marijuana was also discovered and safely destroyed. There were no shots fired and no civilians harmed during the operation.","start_date":"2011-04-07","event_type":["detention"],"province":["wardak"],"target_group":["hig"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":4,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Dec. 23: Joint Force Captures Kabul Criminal Group; Militants Killed, Detained; ISAF Casualty NEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  In other operations, an Afghan-international security force in Patkya killed several militants today, including a Taliban commander responsible for several IED attacks. The joint force also detained a couple of other militants. The joint force moved to a compound west of the village of Goldad Kheyl in the Zurmat district after intelligence confirmed militant activity in the area. The security force encountered resistance and killed the Taliban commander and the militants.	{"name":"Several militants killed and 2 detained in Paktya","text":"Dec. 23: Joint Force Captures Kabul Criminal Group; Militants Killed, Detained; ISAF Casualty\n\n\nNEWS RELEASE ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan \n\nIn other operations, an Afghan-international security force in Patkya killed several militants today, including a Taliban commander responsible for several IED attacks. The joint force also detained a couple of other militants.\nThe joint force moved to a compound west of the village of Goldad Kheyl in the Zurmat district after intelligence confirmed militant activity in the area. The security force encountered resistance and killed the Taliban commander and the militants.","start_date":"2009-12-23","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["paktya"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":2,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Jan. 25, 2011 ISAF Joint Command – Afghanistan 2011-01-S-289 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 25, 2011) — Numerous insurgents were killed by International Security Assistance Force during separate clearing operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the past 24 hours.  Also today, in Kunar province an ISAF patrol came under fire from several insurgents in Nurgal district. Coalition forces gained positive identification and returned accurate mortar fire on the enemy position, killing the insurgents and dispersing the others.	{"name":"Several killed in Kunar","text":"ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Jan. 25, 2011\nISAF Joint Command – Afghanistan 2011-01-S-289 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 25, 2011) — Numerous insurgents were killed by International Security Assistance Force during separate clearing operations in southern and eastern Afghanistan over the past 24 hours.  Also today, in Kunar province an ISAF patrol came under fire from several insurgents in Nurgal district. Coalition forces gained positive identification and returned accurate mortar fire on the enemy position, killing the insurgents and dispersing the others.","start_date":"2011-01-25","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["kunar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
June 11: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-032  For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (June 11) - An Afghan-international security force detained several individuals suspected of insurgent activity in Logar Province last night.   The individuals were detained as the combined force searched a compound in Padkhvab-e Shaneh, Pul-e 'Alam district, after intelligence information revealed militant activity.	{"name":"Several Individuals detained in Logar","text":"June 11: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan  2010-06-CA-032  For Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (June 11) - An Afghan-international security force detained several individuals suspected of insurgent activity in Logar Province last night.   The individuals were detained as the combined force searched a compound in Padkhvab-e Shaneh, Pul-e 'Alam district, after intelligence information revealed militant activity.","start_date":"2010-06-10","event_type":["detention"],"province":["logar"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
Afghan-led Force Detains Suspected Insurgents in Pursuit of Commander ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-260 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 24) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained several suspected insurgents in Paktiya province Thursday while in pursuit of a Taliban sub-commander operating in Mata Khan district.   The commander coordinates and conducts improvised explosive device attacks and facilitates weapons and ammunition for future attacks.   Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in the village of Shakian in Zurmat district to search for the commander. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compounds.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search. --- UPDATE Afghan, Coalition Force Confirms Taliban Commander Capture ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-278 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Taliban sub-commander operating in Mata Khan district during an overnight operation in Paktiya province Thursday.   The commander coordinated and conducted improvised explosive device attacks and facilitated weapons and ammunition for future attacks.   Following detainment, Afghan and coalition forces also directly linked him to a recent pressure plate IED discovered in Mata Khan district.   Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in the village of Shakian in Zurmat district to search for the commander. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compounds.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the commander and two of his associates.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.	{"name":"Afghan-led Force Detains Suspected Insurgents in Pursuit of Commander","text":"Afghan-led Force Detains Suspected Insurgents in Pursuit of Commander\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-260 For Immediate Release Download PDF  KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 24) - Afghan and coalition security forces detained several suspected insurgents in Paktiya province Thursday while in pursuit of a Taliban sub-commander operating in Mata Khan district.   The commander coordinates and conducts improvised explosive device attacks and facilitates weapons and ammunition for future attacks.   Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in the village of Shakian in Zurmat district to search for the commander. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compounds.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.\n---\nUPDATE Afghan, Coalition Force Confirms Taliban Commander Capture\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-09-CA-278 For Immediate Release Download PDF   KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25) - The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Taliban sub-commander operating in Mata Khan district during an overnight operation in Paktiya province Thursday.   The commander coordinated and conducted improvised explosive device attacks and facilitated weapons and ammunition for future attacks.   Following detainment, Afghan and coalition forces also directly linked him to a recent pressure plate IED discovered in Mata Khan district.   Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound in the village of Shakian in Zurmat district to search for the commander. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compounds.   After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the commander and two of his associates.   The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search.","start_date":"2010-09-23","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":3,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":true,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2013-01-S-010 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 10, 2013) – An Afghan and coalition security force killed Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) facilitator, Mazlum Yar, during a security operation in Ishkamish district, Takhar province, today. Mazlum Yar, also known as Qari Asrar and Tufan, planned and executed improvised explosive device attacks targeting Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials, as well as Afghan and coalition forces. He facilitated suicide bombers throughout Takhar and Baghlan provinces. Prior to his death, he was organizing IED emplacement for an impending attack. The security force also detained three suspected insurgents and seized a rifle as a result of the operation.	{"name":"1","text":"2013-01-S-010\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 10, 2013) – An Afghan and coalition security force killed Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) facilitator, Mazlum Yar, during a security operation in Ishkamish district, Takhar province, today.\n\nMazlum Yar, also known as Qari Asrar and Tufan, planned and executed improvised explosive device attacks targeting Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan officials, as well as Afghan and coalition forces. He facilitated suicide bombers throughout Takhar and Baghlan provinces. Prior to his death, he was organizing IED emplacement for an impending attack.\n\nThe security force also detained three suspected insurgents and seized a rifle as a result of the operation.","start_date":"2013-01-10","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["takhar"],"target_group":["imu"],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":3,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
2011-10-S-001 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 1, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader and killed multiple insurgents in Maiwand district, Kandahar province. The leader operated in the Panjwa’i district and travelled frequently to Kandahar City. He was in charge of a large group of fighters and purchased multiple weapons each month for use in attacks throughout the region. The security force encountered several armed insurgents during the operation, assessing an immediate threat, the security force engaged the individuals, killing seven. The security force detained several suspected insurgents, and confiscated 20 pounds (9 kilograms) of opium and multiple weapons during the operation.	{"name":"Taliban leader detained and multiple insurgents killed in Maiwand","text":"2011-10-S-001\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan\n \nKABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 1, 2011) — A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader and killed multiple insurgents in Maiwand district, Kandahar province. \n\nThe leader operated in the Panjwa’i district and travelled frequently to Kandahar City. He was in charge of a large group of fighters and purchased multiple weapons each month for use in attacks throughout the region. \n\nThe security force encountered several armed insurgents during the operation, assessing an immediate threat, the security force engaged the individuals, killing seven. \n\nThe security force detained several suspected insurgents, and confiscated 20 pounds (9 kilograms) of opium and multiple weapons during the operation. ","start_date":"2011-10-01","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["kandahar"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":1,"killq":true,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":1}
2012-04-S-031 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 14) Finally, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a Taliban leader in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, today. The leader coordinates roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the district. He also attempts to enforce Taliban law on Afghan civilians in the area. The security force detained two suspected insurgents as a result of this operation.	{"name":"6","text":"2012-04-S-031\n\nFor Immediate Release\n\nKABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 14)\nFinally, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a Taliban leader in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, today. The leader coordinates roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the district. He also attempts to enforce Taliban law on Afghan civilians in the area. The security force detained two suspected insurgents as a result of this operation. ","start_date":"2012-04-14","event_type":["detention"],"province":["paktya"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":0,"min_captured":2,"killq":false,"captureq":true,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 20, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-075 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 20, 2011)  An ISAF patrol killed several insurgents during a security operation in Now Zad district, Helmand province today.  The insurgents were killed when they were organizing an improvised explosive device attack.  Subsequently, the ISAF patrol discovered four radios, batteries, wires and carbon rods.	{"name":"Several insurgents killed in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 20, 2011\n\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-075 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (May 20, 2011)  An ISAF patrol killed several insurgents during a security operation in Now Zad district, Helmand province today.  The insurgents were killed when they were organizing an improvised explosive device attack.  Subsequently, the ISAF patrol discovered four radios, batteries, wires and carbon rods.","start_date":"2011-05-20","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":3,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":false,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update Feb. 16, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-116 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 16) – A joint Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force patrol targeted a Taliban improvised explosive device expert in Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province today.  Several armed men were killed and one man was detained during the operation.  The target is directly involved in the facilitation, construction and placement of IEDs by Taliban, used to target Afghan security forces, Afghan government officials and ISAF.  Intelligence reports and tips from local citizens led the joint patrol to a compound associated with the target. During the operation four men were killed when they each presented a separate and immediate threat to members of the joint patrol.  During a search of the compound the force discovered two AK-47 rifles, associated ammunition and two grenades.  The detainee was taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning. The weapons were safely destroyed on site. ---- ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update Feb. 19, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-143 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 19)  ISAF confirmed today that Sadam, an improvised explosive device expert, was killed during a joint Afghan National Security and coalition operation in Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province Feb. 17. Several armed men were killed and one man was detained during the operation. Sadam was directly involved in the facilitation, construction and placement of IEDs.	{"name":"Several killed and 1 detained in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update Feb. 16, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-116 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 16) – A joint Afghan National Security and International Security Assistance Force patrol targeted a Taliban improvised explosive device expert in Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province today.  Several armed men were killed and one man was detained during the operation.  The target is directly involved in the facilitation, construction and placement of IEDs by Taliban, used to target Afghan security forces, Afghan government officials and ISAF.  Intelligence reports and tips from local citizens led the joint patrol to a compound associated with the target. During the operation four men were killed when they each presented a separate and immediate threat to members of the joint patrol.  During a search of the compound the force discovered two AK-47 rifles, associated ammunition and two grenades.  The detainee was taken by Afghan authorities for processing and further questioning. The weapons were safely destroyed on site.\n\n----\n\nISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update Feb. 19, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-02-S-143 For Immediate Release   KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 19)  ISAF confirmed today that Sadam, an improvised explosive device expert, was killed during a joint Afghan National Security and coalition operation in Nawah-ye Barakzai district, Helmand province Feb. 17. Several armed men were killed and one man was detained during the operation. Sadam was directly involved in the facilitation, construction and placement of IEDs.","start_date":"2011-02-15","event_type":["captureandkill"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":["taliban"],"min_killed":4,"min_captured":1,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":0,"min_leaders_captured":0}
ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 1, 2011 ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-003 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 1, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed an insurgent leader during an operation in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, yesterday.  The leader, identified as Sadeq, was involved in planning kidnappings and assassinations of Afghan citizens. He also facilitated the supply of weapons and explosives to other insurgent groups in the area.  During the operation, the security force targeted a compound thought to be associated with Sadeq. After an Afghan-led call out, the force began securing the women and children when Sadeq attempted to evade capture by dressing as a woman. After being discovered, he displayed hostile intent by drawing a gun and attempting to engage the force. The security force killed him in self defense with aimed shots.	{"name":"One insurgent killed in Helmand","text":"ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 1, 2011\nISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2011-05-S-003 For Immediate Release  KABUL, Afghanistan (May 1, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed an insurgent leader during an operation in Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, yesterday.  The leader, identified as Sadeq, was involved in planning kidnappings and assassinations of Afghan citizens. He also facilitated the supply of weapons and explosives to other insurgent groups in the area.  During the operation, the security force targeted a compound thought to be associated with Sadeq. After an Afghan-led call out, the force began securing the women and children when Sadeq attempted to evade capture by dressing as a woman. After being discovered, he displayed hostile intent by drawing a gun and attempting to engage the force. The security force killed him in self defense with aimed shots.","start_date":"2011-04-30","event_type":["insurgentskilled"],"province":["helmand"],"target_group":[""],"min_killed":1,"min_captured":0,"killq":true,"captureq":false,"killcaptureraid":true,"airstrike":false,"noshotsfired":false,"min_leaders_killed":1,"min_leaders_captured":0}