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Several insurgents killed in Helmand | 2011-02-S-143 | 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 service members at a compound in Sangin district, Helmand province observed numerous insurgents north and south of their position talking on radios today. After gaining positive identification of the insurgent positions, the coalition troops engaged, killing several insurgents. Later, the ISAF troops observed more insurgents positioning in the area with weapons. After positive identification, coalition forces continued firing on the various insurgent positions, resulting in several more insurgents being killed. | "2011-02-18T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Helmand | Sangin | 6 | 0 | several;several more | true | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Force Continues Targeting Haqqani Leadership | 2010-09-CA-211 | Force Continues Targeting Haqqani Leadership
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-211 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 20) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained two insurgents, including a Haqqani Network sub-commander operating in Khost province, Sunday.
The commander coordinated and conducted attacks on coalition forces operating in the province and was formerly active in Kabul.
Intelligence reports led the security force to a compound northwest of Khost City to search for the commander. Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully and then the combined force cleared and secured the compound. During the clearance, an armed individual came out of an adjacent building toward the security force. The forced engaged the individual and killed him.
After the area was secure, the security force questioned the residents at the scene and detained the commander and one of his associates. The security force also found multiple automatic weapons, magazines and grenades at the scene.
The assault force protected the women and children throughout the search. | "2010-09-19T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Khost | Khost | Northwest of Khost City | Haqqani | sub-commander | 1 | 2 | two | one | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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6 | 2012-10-S-010 | 2012-10-S-010
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 10 2012)
Afghan and coalition forces today confirmed the death of Taliban leader Amir Gul in an operation in Wardak province Sunday. Amir Gul, also known as Qurashi, planned IED and rocket attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. | "2012-10-07T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Wardak | Taliban | leader | 1 | 0 | 1 | true | false | true | false | false | true | false | false | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | true |
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Two killed and several detained in Logar | 2011-08-S-047 | ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-08-S-047
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 18)
In Pul-e Alam district, Logar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force killed two insurgents and detained several suspected insurgents during a security operation, yesterday. The force was conducting a search for a Taliban leader who coordinates and plans attacks against Afghan National Security Forces.
During the search, several armed insurgents fired at the force. The force returned fire, killing two insurgents. In addition, the force confiscated rocket propelled grenades, AK-47 assault rifles, several other grenades and chest racks. | "2011-08-17T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Logar | Pul-e Alam | Taliban | leader | 2 | 3 | several | 2 | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Afghan and Combined Force Detains Insurgents in Logar, Afghanistan | 2010-07-CA-205 | Afghan and Combined Force Detains Insurgents in Logar, Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-205
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 28) - On Tuesday night, Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) with International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) partners conducted an operation to execute a warrant issued by the Ministry of Interior to arrest a suspected insurgent in Logar province.
The Ministry of Interior and ISAF combined force cordoned the suspect's compound and ensured all occupants exited safely. Afghan officials then arrested three individuals including the suspected insurgents. A rifle and quantity of small arms ammunition was also seized.
No civilians were injured during the conduct of this operation. | "2010-07-27T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | 0 | 3 | three | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several Detained in Khost | 2010-05-CA-107 | May 29: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-05-CA-107
For Immediate Release
Another Afghan-international security force detained several individuals suspected of insurgent activity in Khost Province this morning.
The combined force went to a building in the village of Shegay, Musa Khel district, after intelligence information found insurgent activity. The men suspected of insurgent involvement were detained during a search of the building and the surrounding area.
The joint force found rocket propelled grenades and automatic rifles at the site.
No shots were fired and no one was harmed in the operation. | "2010-05-29T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Musa Khel | Shegay | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Coalition Forces Eliminate 14 Insurgents in Paktika | 2010-09-RCE-PR-118 | Coalition Forces Eliminate 14 Insurgents in Paktika
Bagram Media Support Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
2010-09-RCE-PR-118
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BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan (Sept. 20, 2010) – Coalition forces eliminated 14 insurgents following an armed engagement in the Bermal District, Paktika Province Sept. 19.
An air weapons team engaged the insurgents and eliminated the threat to the servicemembers.
There were no injuries or damages to coalition forces. | "2010-09-19T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Paktika | Bermel | 14 | 0 | 14 | true | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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2 militants detained in Kandahar | 2009-12-CA-074 | Dec. 19: Security Forces Strike Haqqani Militants in Paktika; ISAF Casualty
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2009-12-CA-074
For Immediate Release
In a separate operation, an Afghan-international security force detained a couple of suspected militants in Kandahar province today while pursuing a Taliban commander responsible for attacks in the area.
The joint force targeted a compound near the village of Koor Balaygh in Ghorak district where intelligence sources reported militant activity. During the operation, the joint force observed the individuals quickly leave the compound. An element of the joint force pursued the individuals and detained them without incident. No shots were fired and no one was harmed. | "2009-12-19T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Ghorak | Balaygh | Taliban | commander | 0 | 2 | a couple | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several killed in Helmand | 2011-09-S-059 | 2011-09-S-059
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 25, 2011)
Also in Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition force killed several insurgents and seized a weapons cache during an operation in Nahr-e Saraj district, yesterday
The operation seized one 66-pound (30-kilogram) improvised explosive device, one mortar, two 122 mm rockets, four grenades, 11 pounds (five kilograms) of homemade explosives, 14 IED pressure plates, and a quantity of small arms and ammunition. The weapons were safely destroyed on site. | "2011-09-24T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Helmand | Nahr-e Seraj | 3 | 0 | several | true | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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8 | 2012-10-S-007 | 2012-10-S-007
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 5, 2012)
Afghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents during an operation in Muhammad Aghah district, Logar province, today. After positively identifying the insurgents burying an improvised explosive device and ensuring no civilians were in the vicinity, the security force engaged with a precision airstrike, killing the insurgents. A post-strike assessment determined no civilians were harmed and no civilian property was damaged during the operation. | "2012-10-05T00:00:00" | airstrike | Logar | Mohammad Agha | 2 | 0 | 2 | true | false | false | true | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several suspected insurgents detained in Paktya | 2010-11-S-290 | Taliban Leaders Targeted, Suspected Insurgents Detained Overnight
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-S-290
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 23) – Afghan and coalition security forces detained several suspected insurgents during three operations in eastern Afghanistan overnight.
In Paktiya province, a separate security force conducted an operation detaining several suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in charge of up to 15 Taliban fighters. The targeted individual’s cell emplaces IEDs along public roads and conducts attacks against Afghan and coalition patrols.
Intelligence information led the security force to a compound in remote Zurmat district to search for the individual. After an Afghan-led callout, the joint security force cleared and secured the area. The security force detained the suspected insurgents after finding IED making material, including blasting caps, along with armor piercing rounds and an automatic weapon during the search.
The joint security team conducted the operations in the hours of darkness to minimize the risk to local citizens. No women or children were injured or detained during these operations. | "2010-11-22T00:00:00" | detention | Paktya | Zurmat | Taliban | leader | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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1 | 2012-01-S-020 | KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 13) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Almar district, Faryab province, Wednesday. The targeted leader is an explosives expert with ties to suicide-attack networks known to target Afghan government officials. He is suspected of planning a suicide-bomb attack that killed an Afghan security official in October 2011.
Numerous armed insurgents fired at the security force during the operation. Responding to the immediate threat, the security force engaged and killed several insurgents.
Multiple weapons, chest racks, grenades, rocket-propelled grenades and explosives were confiscated during the operation and will be destroyed at a later date. | "2012-01-11T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Faryab | Almar | Taliban | leader | 3 | 0 | several | true | false | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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1 Suspected insurgent detained in Zabul | 2010-07-CA-110 | Insurgents Captured, Killed in Kabul, Kandahar and Zabul Provinces
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-110
For Immediate Release
Another Afghan-international security force detained a suspected insurgent in Zabul province last night while pursuing a Shah Joy district Taliban commander. The combined force went to a series of compounds in Molla Bahlul Kowrunah in Shah Joy district. After clearing and securing the area, the security force interviewed the residents of the targeted compound and detained the suspected insurgent. No shots were fired and women and children present were protected by the combined security force. | "2010-07-17T00:00:00" | detention | Zabul | Shah Joy | Taliban | district Taliban commander | 0 | 1 | one | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Two insurgents killed in Zabul | 2011-05-S-049 | ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 14, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-049
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 14, 2011)
In Qalat district, Zabul province, Afghan and coalition forces killed two insurgents during a security operation, yesterday.
The combined force conducted the security operation to prevent a Taliban indirect-fire weapons team from carrying out an attack in the district. The two insurgents were observed preparing a weapons system for firing, and were kept under surveillance. With assistance from a coalition aircraft, the combined force was able to interdict the insurgents.
There were no civilians harmed during the operation. | "2011-05-13T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Zabul | Qalat | Taliban | 2 | 0 | 2 | true | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several Detained in Kandahar | 2010-07-CA-035 | July 7: Afghan, ISAF Operations in Balkh, Kandahar, Nangarhar
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-035
For Immediate Release
A separate Afghan-international security force detained several suspected insurgents outside Kandahar city last night while pursuing a Taliban commander who is a trafficker of weapons and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) throughout the province. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all the occupants to peacefully exit the buildings and then cleared the area. After securing the compounds, the security force detained the suspected insurgents for further questioning. This operation continues joint operations in Kandahar, including the capture last week of a Taliban commander who was an ambush, suicide bombing and assassination expert linked to a suicide bombing at Kandahar airport in late April, which injured more than 70 civilians. | "2010-07-06T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Kandahar | Kandahar City | Taliban | commander | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Two detained in Nangarhar | 2011-09-S-073 | 2011-09-S-073
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 30, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force patrol detained two insurgents during an operation targeting an insurgent network in Kuz Kunar district, Nangarhar province, Thursday.
The insurgent network is known to facilitate lethal aid used in attacks against ANSF and coalition forces.
The insurgents were detained and taken in for processing and further questioning. | "2011-09-29T00:00:00" | detention | Nangarhar | Kuz Kunar | network | 0 | 2 | 2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Taliban Sub-Commander, Two Suspected Insurgents Captured Outside Kandahar | 2010-07-CA-123 | Taliban Sub-Commander, Two Suspected Insurgents Captured Outside Kandahar
2010-07-CA-123
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 20) - An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban sub-commander and detained two suspected insurgents outside Kandahar City in Daman district last night.
The sub-commander orders the emplacement of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and moves weapons in southern Arghandab district to be used in attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces. The security force targeted a series of compounds in pursuit of the commander. Through questioning of the residents at the scene, the assault force was able to identify and detain the commander along with two suspected insurgents. No shots were fired and women and children were protected throughout the engagement. IEDs remain a threat for both Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces. | "2010-07-19T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Daman | Taliban | sub-commander | 0 | 3 | commander;two other | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | true | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Taliban IED Facilitator Killed in Logar | 2010-08-CA-195 | Taliban IED Facilitator Killed in Logar
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-195
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 17) - An Afghan and coalition security force killed Bilal, a highly active Taliban facilitator responsible for improvised explosive device and indirect fire attacks against Afghan civilians and Afghan and coalition forces in Logar province Monday.
The facilitator had direct ties to the Taliban network involved in the recent kidnapping and murders of two U.S. Navy sailors, Petty Officer 2nd Class Justin McNeley and Petty Officer 3rd Class Jarod Newlove, last month. It is currently unknown what role, if any, Bilal played in the kidnapping.
"We are happy to announce the results of this successful operation. This man was a known criminal who regularly facilitated rocket attacks against Afghan and coalition forces," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director.
"Bilal was also associated with a violent network directly responsible in the kidnapping and vicious killing of two American sailors."
As the security force approached the targeted compound west of Molla Alim in Charkh district, Bilal, who was armed with an AK-47, ran away from one of the buildings. He attempted to hide amongst two civilian farmers, but when the security force caught up with him, he engaged the assault force. They returned fire, killing him. The farmers were not injured. After the area was secure, Afghan forces called for all occupants to exit the compound peacefully and then cleared the buildings. After questioning all the residents on scene, the assault force detained one suspected insurgent.
The security force protected the women and children for the duration of the search. | "2010-08-16T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Logar | Charkh | Molla Alim | Taliban | facilitator | 1 | 1 | one | one | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several Suspected Insurgents Detained in Logar | 2010-05-CA-090 | May 24: Afghan-ISAF Forces Discover Weapons Caches in Logar, Helmand
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-05-CA-090
For Immediate Release
In Logar last night, an Afghan-international security force found a weapons cache and detained several suspected insurgents.
The combined force searched a compound in Qaryeh-ye Dasht, in the Charkh district, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity, and found a cache of several rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs), multiple automatic rifles, ammunition, grenades and notes on how to conduct suicide bombings. Several suspected militants were detained for further questioning. | "2010-05-23T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | Charkh | Qaryeh-ye Dasht | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several Suspected Insurgents Detained in Khost | 2010-07-CA-015;2010-07-CA-022 | July 4: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-015
For Immediate Release
A separate Afghan and international security force detained several suspected insurgents while pursuing a Haqqani weapons facilitator in Khost Province last night.
The combined security force went to a compound east of Bazar, Khost district, to search the area. As the security force approached the compound, two individuals attempted to escape but the security force caught them. They and another suspected insurgent were detained. No shots were fired and women and children present were protected by the combined security force.
The Haqqani Network is attempting to establish strongholds within the Khost-Gardez pass, which runs through the Hindu Kush Mountains of Paktiya and Khost Provinces. It is a favored place for insurgent groups to move supplies and foreign fighters into Afghanistan from Pakistan.
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July 5: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-022
For Immediate Release
In another update to a story in yesterday's IJC Operational Update, it has been confirmed that an Afghan-international security force captured a Haqqani weapons facilitator along with two suspected insurgents in Khost Province yesterday.
The Haqqani facilitator also led IED attacks against coalition forces, and was captured in a compound east of Bazar, Khost. The Haqqani Network is attempting to establish strongholds within the Khost-Gardez pass, which runs through the Hindu Kush Mountains of Paktiya and Khost Provinces. It is a favored place for insurgent groups to move supplies and foreign fighters from Pakistan into Afghanistan. | "2010-07-03T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Khost | Bazaar | Haqqani | weapons facilitator | 0 | 3 | another;two | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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Numerous suspected insurgents detained in Helmand | 2011-07-S-085 | ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-07-S-085
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 31, 2011) –
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents during a clearance operation targeting a Taliban safe haven in Kajaki district, Helmand province, yesterday, while clearing a known enemy narcotics trafficking area. Several Taliban members, facilitators and narcotics traffickers are based in this location.
After leaving the area, the force was attacked with small arms fire and RPG fire from a nearby bunker. The force responded with small arms fire and close air support, destroying the bunker. No civilian casualties were reported. | "2011-07-30T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Kajaki | Taliban | 0 | 4 | numerous | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Senior Taliban Leader Captured in Kandahar by Afghan-led Force | 2010-10-CA-029 | Senior Taliban Leader Captured in Kandahar by Afghan-led Force
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-029
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 3) - An Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban senior leader and improvised explosive device expert Saturday who was active throughout the city of Kandahar as well as Panjwa'i and Dand districts.
Intelligence sources indicate the targeted individual was preparing for a complex suicide attack, directly endangering the Afghan populace.
The security force targeted a compound in the village of Kesh-ano Kalacheh in Kandahar district. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the targeted compound peacefully and then the joint security force cleared and secured the compound.
After initial questioning of the residents at the scene, the security force identified and detained the targeted individual along with several of his associates.
The security force found a rocket-propelled grenade launcher, and multiple loaded AK-47 magazines at the scene.
The security force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search. | "2010-10-02T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Kandahar | Keshano Kalacheh | Taliban | senior leader and IED expert | 0 | 4 | individual;several associates | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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Haqqani facilitator and several associates detained in Khost | 2011-04-S-061 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update April 21, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-061
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 21, 2011)
Also in Khost, a combined Afghan and coalition force captured a Haqqani Network facilitator and detained several of his associates during a security operation in Terayzai district, yesterday. The facilitator was responsible for providing direction to Haqqani personnel for direct attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.
The combined security force targeted a compound in the district based on numerous sources and intelligence reports. They located the compound and isolated it before calling for all occupants to exit the buildings. The force conducted their search, ensuring the safety of the women and children. While searching the area and interviewing residents, the force identified the Haqqani facilitator. The facilitator along with several individuals with suspected ties to the Haqqani network, were detained. | "2011-04-20T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Terayzai | Haqqani | facilitator | 0 | 4 | 1;several | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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Taliban Sub-Commander captured in Logar along with several others | 2010-04-CA-068 | Afghan-International Force Captures Taliban Commander in Logar
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-04-CA-073
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 25) - An Afghan-international security force captured a Taliban sub-commander and killed several insurgents in Logar this morning.
The combined security force went to a compound in the village of Nagar, in the Pul-e Alam district, based on intelligence information of militant activity. As the assault force conducted a call out they were confronted by armed individuals. When the individuals displayed hostile intent they were shot and killed. The force also captured two militants.
One of the militants captured is a Taliban sub-commander, involved in planning suicide attacks. He immediately surrendered and identified himself as the targeted insurgent.
A search of the area found several weapons, including an automatic rifle and pistols. | "2010-04-25T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Logar | Pul-e Alam | Nagar | Taliban | sub-commander | 3 | 2 | two | several | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Haqqani facilitator and associate detained in Khost | 2011-09-S-031 | ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-09-S-031
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 15, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Haqqani network facilitator and his associate during a security operation in Khost district, Khost province. The leader coordinated multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces to include the September 13, 2011 attacks at NATO Headquarters and the U.S. Embassy in Kabul. In addition to the leader, the security force detained one suspected insurgent during the operation. | "2011-09-15T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Khost | Haqqani | facilitator | 0 | 2 | 1;associate | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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Taliban leader and associate captured in Zabul | 2011-08-S-005 | ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-08-S-005
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (August 3, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader and one of his associates during a security operation in Shah Joy district, Zabul province, yesterday.
The leader provided support to Taliban leaders and fighters in Arghandab district and facilitated movement of foreign fighters. He also trained insurgents to construct roadside bombs and provided guidance to other senior leaders in the province. | "2011-08-02T00:00:00" | detention | Zabul | Shah Joy | Taliban | leader | 0 | 2 | 2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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Baghlan finance chief detained along with 2 others in Helmand | 2010-06-CA-085 | June 22: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Southern, Northern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-085
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 22) - An Afghan-international security force detained the Taliban's recently appointed chief of finance for Baghlan Province, along with two other suspected insurgents, in Helmand Province last night.
The Taliban finance chief is also an improvised explosive device (IED) expert and former district commander of at least three insurgent cells near Mangal village in Baghlan Province.
After intelligence sources confirmed his location, a security force went to a compound near Tajdar-e Vali, Nahr-e Saraj district, and searched the area. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for the finance chief to give himself up, and when there was no response the assault force entered the compound.
No shots were fired and the women and children present during the search were protected by the combined force.
This operation is another example of recent successes against Taliban networks in Baghlan Province. In late May, the joint force removed three successively appointed Taliban provincial shadow governors for the province. Mullah Ruhullah was killed along with his deputy on May 14. His replacement, Maulawi Jabbar, was killed along with two Taliban commanders on May 28. Three days later his replacement was detained by Afghan and coalition forces. | "2010-06-21T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Nahr-e Seraj | Tajdar-e Vali | Taliban | finance chief | 0 | 3 | finance chief;two others | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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1 | 2012-09-S-027 | 2012-09-S-027
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 18, 2012) — In Nad ‘Ali district, Helmand province, today, an Afghan and coalition security force arrested one of the Taliban leaders behind Friday’s Camp Bastion attack.
The Taliban leader was successfully taken into custody by the security force following joint efforts by Afghan and coalition forces to track down the Taliban insurgents responsible for the Camp Bastion attack. No civilians were harmed during the operation.
The Taliban leader is suspected to have provided support to the insurgents whose attack killed two ISAF service members and caused damage to multiple aircraft. ISAF forces killed all but one of the attacking insurgents, who was wounded and currently in ISAF custody.
The security force also detained two suspected insurgents as a result of this operation. | "2012-09-18T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Nad Ali | Taliban | leader | 0 | 3 | 1;2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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Two suspected insurgents detained in Logar | 2011-07-S-043 | ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-07-S-043
For Immediate Release
In Charkh district, Logar province, an Afghan-led security force detained two suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader, yesterday. The leader is the Taliban-appointed deputy governing official for operations in the area and is responsible for attacks against Afghan security forces. | "2011-07-13T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | Charkh | Taliban | leader | 0 | 2 | two | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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3 | 2012-03-S-043 | 2012-03-S-043
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 31)
In Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a Taliban facilitator today. The facilitator supplies insurgents with weapons, ammunition and equipment for attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces in Kandahar city. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent. | "2012-03-31T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Shah Wali Kot | Taliban | facilitator | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Two insurgents killed in Kandahar | 2011-03-S-027 | ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update, March 9, 2011
2011-03-S-027
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 9, 2011)
In the Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province Afghan and coalition forces were engaged by insurgents during a routine clearing patrol yesterday.
The combined forces came under attack by five insurgents, the security forces returned fire resulting in two insurgents killed.
There were no friendly forces injured as a result of this operation. | "2011-03-07T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Kandahar | Shah Wali Kot | 2 | 0 | 2 | true | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several militants killed in Kandahar | 2010-02-CA-110 | Feb. 21: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-02-CA-110
For Immediate Release
An Afghan-international force killed several militants while pursuing a Taliban commander near Kalacheh in Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar Province yesterday.
The combined force targeted a pair of vehicles after intelligence indicated militant activity. During the operation, militants in the vehicle attempted to fire at the combined force. The force returned fire, killing the militants.
A search of the vehicles revealed AK-47s and pistols. | "2010-02-20T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Kandahar | Shah Wali Kot | Kalacheh | Taliban | commander | 3 | 0 | several | true | false | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Taliban facilitator detained in Logar | 2011-03-S-088 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 27, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-088
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 27, 2011)
In the Mohammed Aghah district, Logar province, an Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator, yesterday. The insurgent is a senior Taliban facilitator operating in the district, and has connections with senior Taliban Leaders throughout Logar province.
Joint security forces were led to an area suspected of insurgent activity in the Muhammad Aghah district based on multiple sources and tips from local citizens. The security force detained the facilitator after interviewing residents of the targeted compound. Security forces also found military uniforms hidden inside a pillow that was sewn shut. No shots were fired and all women and children were protected throughout the search. | "2011-03-25T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | Mohammad Agha | Taliban | senior facilitator | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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4 | 2012-06-S-054 | 2012-06-S-054
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 29, 2012)
In Khugyani district, Nangarhar province an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban leader, today. The leader is responsible for the movement of weapons and personnel throughout the region, and coordinates attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. The security force detained numerous suspected insurgents and seized multiple AK-47s, shotguns and illegal narcotics during the operation. | "2012-06-29T00:00:00" | detention | Nangarhar | Khugiani | Taliban | leader | 0 | 4 | numerous | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Precision Air Strike Conducted After Attack | 2010-08-CA-303 | Precision Air Strike Conducted After Attack
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-303
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 28) - Coalition forces conducted a precision air strike on a truck occupied by three Haqqani Network fighters after they attempted to attack Forward Operating Base Salerno in Khost province today.
Mudasir, a Haqqani Network facilitator for improvised explosive devices and suicide bombers, was killed in the strike along with two additional insurgents. Mudasir, who is also known as Qari Ishaq, had direct ties to Haqqani Network senior leadership based in Pakistan and was a teacher at a madrassa known to facilitate suicide bombers.
Sources tracked the vehicle from the vicinity of FOB Salerno and after verifying insurgent activity and ensuring no civilians were present, an air weapons team engaged the vehicle, which subsequently exploded. A follow-on ground force confirmed the three insurgents were killed in the engagement.
Afghan and coalition forces killed 13 Haqqani Network insurgents, four of which were wearing suicide vests, as they attempted to attack FOB Salerno early this morning. Afghan and coalition forces also detained five insurgents and destroyed a recoilless rifle at the scene. No Afghan or coalition forces were killed in the attack.
"The Haqqani Network and their fellow insurgents have failed to cause significant damage or casualties on any of their attempted attacks on coalition bases over the last several months," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director. "These insurgents will be held responsible, which was evident in this strike." | "2010-08-28T00:00:00" | airstrike | Khost | ??? | FOB Salerno | Haqqani | 3 | 0 | true | false | false | true | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Two detained in Paktya | 2012-03-S-008 | Finally, an Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Zurmat district, Paktiya province, today. The leader orchestrates roadside bombings and other attacks against Afghan and coalition security forces throughout the district. He is also suspected in the January kidnapping of a man working at a coalition base in Gardez district. The security force detained two suspected insurgents as a result of the operation. | "2012-03-09T00:00:00" | detention | Paktya | Zurmat | Taliban | leader | 0 | 2 | 2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several detained in Logar | 2011-06-S-018 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update June 5, 2011
ISAF Joint Command-Afghanistan
2011-06-S-018
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 5, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained several insurgents during a clearing operation in Baraki Barak district, Logar province, yesterday. The Afghan-led security force conducted the operation to disrupt Taliban activity along a key facilitation route for insurgent organizations carrying out attacks in Kabul. There was a security operation in the area recently, but the force returned to the area upon receiving information of further insurgent activity.
The security force cleared several buildings in search of Taliban activity in the area. While conducting the search, Afghan members of the force interviewed residents who helped them identify several individuals with suspected ties to the Taliban. All men were taken into custody for further questioning and possible detention. No shots were fired during the night operation and no civilians were harmed. | "2011-06-04T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | Baraki Barak | Taliban | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Two suspected insurgents detained in Paktika | 2010-11-CA-001 | Afghan Force Captures Haqqani Network Facilitator in Khost
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-001
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 1) ––
Additionally, a separate security force targeting a Haqqani Network senior leader responsible for planning and coordinating attacks on the Sperah District Center, detained two suspected insurgents during an overnight operation in Paktika province.
Intelligence tips led the security force to a remote compound in Ziruk 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 security force cleared and secured the area. After initial questioning at the scene, the security force detained the suspected insurgents.
The assault force did not fire their weapons during either operation and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches. | "2010-10-31T00:00:00" | detention | Paktika | Ziruk | Haqqani | senior leader | 0 | 2 | two | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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2 detained in Helmand | 2010-03-CA-007 | Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-03-CA-007
For Immediate Release
Another joint security force in Helmand searched a compound outside the town of Khugyani Gundey, in the Nahr-e Saraj district after intelligence information indicated militant activity. During the search the joint force detained a pair of suspected insurgents. | "2010-03-02T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Nahr-e Seraj | Khugyani Gundey | 0 | 2 | pair | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Numerous detained in Khost | 2011-08-S-042 | ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-08-S-042
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 16, 2011)
In Manduzai district, Khost province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents while searching for a senior Haqqani network leader, yesterday. The senior Haqqani leader is directly involved with planning and conducting operations against Afghan and coalition security forces. He is also responsible for roadside bomb attacks and suicide bomb facilitation in Khost province. | "2011-08-15T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Manduzai | Haqqani | senior leader | 0 | 4 | numerous | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Kunduz Clearing Operation Results in 3 Insurgents Killed | 2010-09-CA-326 | Kunduz Clearing Operation Results in 3 Insurgents Killed
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-09-CA-326
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 30) - Afghan and coalition forces conducted a deliberate clearing operation aimed at disrupting the Taliban's freedom of movement in Kunduz province Wednesday, killing three insurgents.
The joint security force continuing their efforts to disrupt enemy safe havens, targeted a series of compounds in Chahar Darah district after intelligence indicated insurgent activity.
Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for the occupants of each compound to exit the buildings peacefully and then secured them.
The joint force encountered armed enemy insurgents and coalition forces engaged the threats, killing three.
Afghan and coalition forces are focusing on clearing known safe havens and denying the insurgents use of these areas. | "2010-09-29T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Kunduz | Chahar Darah | Taliban | 3 | 0 | 3 | true | false | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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1 | 2012-06-S-015 | 2012-06-S-015
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 8) — An Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader during an operation in Wali Muhammad Shahid Khugyani district, Ghazni province, today.
The leader coordinated improvised explosive device operations and conducted multiple attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout the province.
During the operation the security force also detained two suspected insurgents. | "2012-06-08T00:00:00" | detention | Ghazni | Wali Mohammad Shaheed | Taliban | leader | 0 | 3 | 1;2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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Two suspected insurgents detained in Kunduz | 2010-12-S-310 | Afghan, Coalition Forces Pursue Taliban in North, South
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-12-S-310
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 28) – Afghan and coalition forces conducted three operations against Taliban insurgents in northern and southern parts of the country resulting in several suspected insurgents being detained, yesterday.
In Kunduz province, Afghan and coalition forces conducted another deliberate clearing operation aimed at disrupting the Taliban’s freedom of movement in northern Afghanistan, detaining two suspected insurgents.
The joint security force is continuing their efforts to disrupt enemy safe havens, where Taliban leaders use villages throughout the area to conduct operational planning and facilitate their attacks. This operation focused on an area near Chem Tepa village in Chahar Darah district.
Afghan and coalition forces cleared five compounds suspected of insurgent activity in the area. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to exit the compounds peacefully before the joint security force cleared and secured the areas. After initial questioning, two suspected insurgents were detained.
The joint security team conducted these operations during hours of darkness to minimize risk to local citizens. No women or children were injured or detained during these operations.
The security forces conducted these operations without firing their weapons. | "2010-12-27T00:00:00" | detention | Kunduz | Chahar Darah | Chem Tepa | Taliban | 0 | 2 | two | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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IED facilitator captured in Uruzgan | 2011-03-S-059 | ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update March 17, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-059
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 17, 2011)
Afghan and coalition forces detained two known IED-facilitators in Uruzgan province. The first facilitator was detained in the Tangi valley region, March 11 while the second was detained during a separate combined Afghan and coalition forces operation in western Uruzgan province, Monday.
Both men are currently in custody of the Afghan National Police. | "2011-03-16T00:00:00" | detention | Uruzgan | Tangi valley | IED facilitator | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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1 | 2012-07-S-051 | 2012-07-S-051
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 27, 2012) — An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of an al-Qaida-associated insurgent leader in Gelan district, Ghazni province, today.
The leader is responsible for planning insurgent attacks throughout the province.
During the operation, two insurgents were killed in a precision airstrike conducted by coalition forces. After the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment of the area and seized several mortar rounds and explosive materials. They also confirmed no civilians had been injured. | "2012-07-27T00:00:00" | airstrike | Ghazni | Gailan | AQ | leader | 2 | 0 | 2 | true | false | false | true | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Two suspected insurgents detained in Baghlan | 2011-03-S-077 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 23, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-077
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 23, 2011)
Afghan and coalition security forces captured two suspected insurgents during a clearing operation in Burkah district, Baghlan province yesterday.
The operation was aimed at preventing insurgents from using the area to stage attacks against the government of Afghanistan and Afghan and coalition security forces.
The joint security force targeted this location in the Burkah district after receiving intelligence reports indicating insurgent activity in the area. The joint security force searched the area for insurgents. While searching the area the security force detained two suspected insurgents. | "2011-03-21T00:00:00" | detention | Baghlan | Burka | 0 | 2 | 2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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2 | 2012-03-S-037 | 2012-03-S-037
KABUL, Afghanistan (Mar. 29) — An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a Taliban leader in Shirin Tagab district, Faryab province, yesterday.
The leader is the head of the Taliban commission for the province and coordinates attacks against Afghan and coalition troops in the area. During the operation, insurgents opened fire on the security force. The force responded, killing multiple insurgents. The force also destroyed multiple AK-47s, rocket-propelled grenades and other grenades. | "2012-03-28T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Faryab | Shirin Tagab | Taliban | leader | 3 | 0 | multiple | true | false | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Numerous suspected insurgents detained in Kandahar | 2011-07-S-070 | ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-07-S-070
For Immediate Release
In Arghandab district, Kandahar province, an Afghan-led security force detained numerous suspected insurgents yesterday while searching for an insurgent leader. The leader directs a cell of fighters responsible for emplacing and distributing weapons and roadside bomb materials in Shah Wali Kot district. | "2011-07-23T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Arghandab | leader | 0 | 4 | numerous | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | true | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Taliban facilitator detained in Paktya | 2011-09-S-031 | ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-09-S-031
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 15, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security captured a Taliban facilitator, responsible for coordinating multiple attacks in Kabul, during a security operation in Zurmat district, Paktiya province.
The facilitator and his associates coordinated multiple attacks in Kabul against Afghan and coalition forces to include the September 13, 2011 attacks at NATO Headquarters and the U.S. Embassy. He is also responsible for planning vehicle bomb attacks in Kabul. | "2011-09-15T00:00:00" | detention | Paktya | Zurmat | Taliban | facilitator | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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Insurgent leader detained in Helmand | 2011-09-S-063 | 2011-09-S-063
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 28, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force patrol detained an insurgent leader during an operation in Qal’Ah district, Helmand province, yesterday. The insurgent leader is a known improvised explosives device facilitator and supplier, weapons supplier and suicide bomb coordinator. He is directly responsible for organizing attacks against Afghan and coalition forces throughout Helmand. The detainee was taken for processing and further questioning. | "2011-09-27T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Musa Qala | leader | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 19, 2013)
An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani leader in Terayzai district, Khost province, today. The leader directed attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in Khost province. He also oversaw the construction and delivery of IEDs to insurgents operating in Terayzai district, and helped acquire improvised explosive device components, ammunition and detonation materials. During the operation, the security force also detained one suspected insurgent. | "2013-01-19T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Terayzai | Haqqani | leader | 0 | 2 | 1;one | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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23 detained in Kandahar | 2011-05-S-101 | ISAF Joint Command Evening Operational Update May 27, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-101
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 28, 2011)
Afghan and coalition forces discovered drug caches in Zharay district, Kandahar province yesterday.
The caches discovered during security operations consisted of 3,307 pounds (1500 kilograms) of hashish. 23 men were also detained by security forces for further questioning. | "2011-05-27T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Zheray | 0 | 23 | 23 | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Three insurgents killed in Wardak | 2011-09-S-035 | ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-09-S-035
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sep. 17, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed three armed Taliban insurgents during a security operation in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, yesterday.
The security force conducted the operation in search of a Taliban leader responsible for coordinating the movement of insurgents following attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.
All three insurgents were armed with AK-47 assault rifles. In addition, two suspected insurgents were detained and roadside bomb making materials were confiscated during the operation. | "2011-09-16T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Wardak | Sayyedabad | Taliban | leader | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Group of Insurgents Killed in an Airstrike | 2010-02-CA-079 | Group of Insurgents Killed in an Airstrike
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-02-CA-079
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 17) - An ISAF unit observed a group of individuals near the border in Eastern Afghanistan yesterday.
After positive confirmation that the group was insurgents, the ISAF patrol requested air support. Coalition aircraft dropped precision-guided munitions on insurgent locations. More than a dozen insurgents were reportedly killed.
No civilian casualties or property damage was reported. | "2010-02-16T00:00:00" | airstrike | Eastern Afghanistan | Near the Pakistan border | 13 | 0 | more than a dozen | true | false | false | true | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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2 suspected insurgents detained in Khost | 2010-04-CA-067 | Apr. 23: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan
NEWS RELEASE
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-04-CA-067
For Immediate Release
In Khost last night, a joint security force searched a compound in the village of Peshay Kala, in the Terezai district, after intelligence information indicated insurgent activity. During the search the security force captured a Haqqani network improvised explosive device (IED) facilitator. The individual believed to be responsible for laying mines and attacks on coalition forces identified himself when captured. Another suspected insurgent was also captured. Ammonium nitrate, aluminum powder and rifles were found on site.
No shots were fired and no one was hurt during the operation. | "2010-04-22T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Terayzai | Peshay Kala | Haqqani | IED facilitator | 0 | 2 | one | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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4 | 2012-06-S-032 | 2012-06-S-032
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 18, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to capture a Haqqani explosives expert in Mota Khan district, Paktika province, today. As the security force approached the explosive expert’s suspected location, insurgents attacked the Afghan and coalition troops with small-arms fire. The security force returned fire, killing four insurgents. The force detained one additional suspected insurgent and seized multiple assault rifles, grenades and a suicide vest during the operation. No civilians were harmed during the exchange. | "2012-06-18T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Paktika | Mota Khan | Haqqani | explosives expert | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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4 | 2013-02-S-008 | 2013-02-S-008
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 10, 2013)
An Afghan and coalition security force killed two armed insurgents during a security operation in search of a Taliban senior leader in Baraki Barak district, Logar province, today. The senior leader holds a prominent leadership position in the district Taliban network. He executes guidance on direct and indirect fire as well as IED attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the security force seized multiple hand grenades and an assault rifle with associated gear and ammunition.
2013-02-S-009
KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 11, 2013) – Afghan and coalition forces confirmed today the death of Taliban leaders, Afshin and Ismail, during a security operation in Baraki Barak district, Logar province, Sunday.
Afshin was directly affiliated with the Dec. 24, 2012 attack in Baraki Barak district that killed an American service member and the Dec. 28, 2012 attack that killed an Afghan National Army soldier. Prior to his death, Afshin was believed planning an attack on Afghan and coalition forces. He also coordinated and executed attacks utilizing heavy weapons, mines and small-arms fire.
Ismail was the deputy Taliban leader for Baraki Barak district during the winter months. He issued guidance on direct and indirect fire as well as improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He financed the acquisition of IED-making materials, rockets and ammunition for heavy weapons.
During the operation the security force also seized multiple hand grenades, and assault-rifle with associated gear and ammunition. | "2013-02-10T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Logar | Baraki Barak | Taliban | senior leader | 2 | 0 | 2 | true | false | true | false | false | true | false | false | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | true |
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6 | 2012-07-S-055 | 2012-07-S-055
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 29, 2012)
In Khugyani district, Nangarhar province, an Afghan and coalition security force detained two suspected insurgents and seized several weapons and explosives during an operation today. The suspected insurgents are believed to be associated with a Taliban weapons supplier who provides firearms and explosives to insurgents in the area. | "2012-07-29T00:00:00" | detention | Nangarhar | Khugiani | 0 | 2 | 2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several suspected Haqqani insurgents detained in Khost | 2011-04-S-015 | ISAF Joint Command Operational Update April 6, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-04-S-015
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (April 6, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition force detained several suspected Haqqani Network insurgents while targeting a Haqqani Network facilitator during a security operation in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The facilitator is responsible for the facilitation of weapons, ammunition and improvised explosive device materials. He works directly under a senior Haqqani leader who has connections with other senior leaders based in Pakistan.
The security force targeted a compound in the district based on numerous intelligence reports. After isolating the targeted area, security forces called for all occupants to exit the building peacefully. The security force detained the suspected insurgents for further questioning. Security forces also found two AK-47s, a shotgun and a chest rack during the search. No shots were fired during the operation. | "2011-04-05T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Sabari district | Haqqani | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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1 | 2012-01-S-018 | KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 12) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation in search of a Taliban leader in Khugyani district, Ghazni province, today. The targeted leader plans attacks against civilians and Afghan forces throughout Ghazni province.
The security force discovered multiple weapons caches during the operation. The caches contained more than 100 pounds (45 kilograms) of homemade explosives, pressure plates and bomb-making materials, 119 various grenades, 21 rocket-propelled grenade boosters, multiple firearms, approximately 1,200 rounds of ammunition and a suicide vest.
Seven suspected insurgents were detained and one insurgent died after falling into a well while evading the security force. The weapons caches were destroyed on site without incident. | "2012-01-12T00:00:00" | detention | Ghazni | Khugiani | Taliban | leader | 0 | 7 | 7 | false | true | true | false | false | true | true | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Numerous suspected insurgents detained in Logar | 2011-09-S-007 | ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-09-S-007
KABUL, Afghanistan (September 5, 2011)
Finally, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained numerous suspected insurgents while searching for a Taliban leader in Charkh district, Logar province, yesterday. The leader is responsible for planning attacks against coalition security forces in the district. | "2011-09-04T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | Charkh | Taliban | leader | 0 | 4 | numerous | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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One Taliban facilitator detained in Kandahar | 2011-08-S-005 | ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-08-S-005
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (August 3, 2011)
During a security operation yesterday in Zharay district, Kandahar province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained one Taliban facilitator. The facilitator was responsible for the movement of narcotics and also assisted in roadside bombs attacks. | "2011-08-02T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Zheray | Taliban | facilitator | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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In Achin district, Nangahar province, an Afghan Provincial Response Company detained one narcotics dealer during an operation Monday. During the operation, the security force discovered approximately 226 pounds (103 kilograms) of narcotics and several firearms.
The narcotics and weapons were confiscated and will be destroyed at a later date. | "2012-02-13T00:00:00" | detention | Nangarhar | Acheen | dealer | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Two Suspected Insurgents Detained by Afghan and Coalition Force in Zabul | 2010-07-CA-228 | Two Suspected Insurgents Detained by Afghan and Coalition Force in Zabul
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-228
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 31) - 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. | "2010-07-30T00:00:00" | detention | Zabul | Shah Joy | Walan Robat | Taliban | deputy district commander | 0 | 2 | two | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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One insurgent detained in Kapisa | 2011-02-S-031 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 5, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-02-S-031
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 5, 2011)
In Tagab district, Kapisa province, an Afghan National Security Force and ISAF patrol detained one insurgent and discovered a weapons cache consisting of three full AK-47 magazines, two 9 mm pistols, one 7.65 mm pistol, seven 7.65 mm shells and other assorted munitions.
All weapons have confiscated and will be destroyed. | "2011-02-04T00:00:00" | detention | Kapisa | Tagab | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Taliban leader and several suspected insurgents detained in Nangarhar | 2011-05-S-007 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 3, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-007
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 3, 2011)
In Nangarhar province, an Afghan and coalition security force capture a Taliban leader and several suspected insurgents during a security operation in Chaparhar district, yesterday. The leader was involved in attack planning, facilitation and financing.
After extensive intelligence gathering, the security force searched for the leader at a compound in Chaparhar. The operation commenced as the force isolated the area and had all occupants exit the buildings. The force searched the area and then conducted interviews with residents. Based on the information provided by the residents, the force identified and detained the insurgent leader. The force also apprehended several additional individuals with suspected ties to insurgency. Throughout the search, the force ensured the safety of the women and children. | "2011-05-02T00:00:00" | detention | Nangarhar | Chaparhar | Taliban | leader | 0 | 4 | 1;several | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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More than 10 detained in Helmand | 2011-05-S-080 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 23, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-080
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 23, 2011)
In Nahr Surkh district, Helmand province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained more than 10 insurgents during a security operation yesterday.
The combined security force was conducting a search targeting a Taliban senior military commander in Panjwa’i district, Kandahar province, and he coordinates attacks in both Panjwa’i and Kandahar City. Reports indicate he has also conducted kidnapping operations targeting civilian family members of Afghan police.
The force searched two compounds in the district. The force searched and cleared several buildings, discovering 70 pounds (32 kilograms) of heroin at one of the locations. After Afghan members of the force conducted interviews with residents, several suspected insurgents were detained for further questioning. | "2011-05-22T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Nahr Surkh | Taliban | senior military commander | 0 | 11 | more than 10 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several Individuals detained in Helmand | 2010-05-CA-101 | May 27: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-05-CA-101
For Immediate Release
An ISAF patrol detained several individuals suspected of being weapons facilitators, improvised explosive device (IED) makers and IED emplacers, in three locations, during an operation in Nad 'Ali district, Helmand Province, yesterday.
The above operations were carried out after intelligence information revealed insurgent activity. | "2010-05-26T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Nad Ali | weapons facilitator;IED maker;IED emplacer | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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Afghan-International Force Precision Airstrike Targets Insurgents in Kunduz | 2010-06-CA-112 | Afghan-International Force Precision Airstrike Targets Insurgents in Kunduz
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-112
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 27) - An Afghan-international security force killed a number of insurgents with a precision airstrike in the Chahar Darah District of Kunduz Province yesterday.
The Kunduz police chief and National Directorate of Security (NDS) sources reported that a Taliban commander who was a senior foreign fighter and weapons facilitator was among those killed in the strike.
The commander coordinated logistical support and operations with the Taliban's Pakistan foreign fighter cell leadership and was formerly in charge of the Taliban in Gor Tappa region, before stepping into an advisory role.
The airstrike wounded two additional insurgents, who were driven to a local hospital by another suspected Taliban insurgent. All three are now in the custody of the NDS.
After verifying insurgent activity and conducting careful planning to avoid civilian casualties and mitigate collateral damage, coalition aircraft were called in for the precision airstrike against the group of insurgents who were meeting at a field in an unpopulated area of the district.
Kunduz Police Chief, Brig. Gen. Abdul Razaq Yaqubi, confirmed the airstrike in the Taliban safe haven area of Bagh-i-Shirkat on the outskirts of the provincial capital, Kunduz city. Provincial government leadership expressed their support for the operation and recognized the combined force efforts to avoid civilian causalities.
No civilians were harmed during the operation. | "2010-06-26T00:00:00" | airstrike | Kunduz | Chahar Darah | Bagh-i Shirkat | Taliban | commander | 3 | 0 | commander;a number | true | false | false | true | false | true | false | false | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | true |
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Suspected Insurgent Detained in Kandahar | 2010-06-CA-098 | June 24: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern, Northern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-098
For Immediate Release
Another Afghan-international security force detained a suspected insurgent in Kandahar Province last night.
The security force detained the suspected insurgent while Afghan forces were clearing a series of compounds near Kandahar City.
No shots were fired and women and children present during the search were protected by the combined force. | "2010-06-23T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Kandahar City | 0 | 1 | one | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Commandos Eliminate Insurgents, Engage Village Elders in Discussion | N/A | Regional Command East
Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force- Afghanistan
GHAZNI, Afghanistan (July 31, 2011)– Members of 6th Commando Kandak conducted a clearing operation in the villages of Reza and Ghazi Kheyl, Gelan district, July 23, which resulted in the death of at least 20 insurgents.
The Commandos, assisted by coalition Special Operations Forces, conducted the clearing operation to decrease insurgent activity in the district and surrounding villages.
During the operation, villagers assisted the partnered force by pointing out insurgent locations and possible sites used by insurgents to launch attacks against Afghan National Security Forces and coalition forces.
Insurgents conducted sporadic attacks on the partnered force as they conducted patrols through the area. The Commandos returned fire and called for close air support.
Following the operation, the Commandos met with village elders to discuss the purpose of the operation and ways to improve security in their area. According to coalition Special Operations team members, the elders expressed their support for the Commando-led operations and their desire to decrease insurgent activity in the area.
“This meeting was likely the most remarkable part of the operation, as elders knew as soon as the partnered force arrived in their village there would be a firefight. In spite of the danger, the Ghazi Kheyl elders sat down with the partnered elements to discuss security problems and development,” said a member of the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force-Afghanistan.
No civilian casualties were reported as a result of this operation. | "2011-07-31T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Ghazni | Gailan | Reza;Ghazi Kheyl | 20 | 0 | at least 20 | true | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 15, 2011)
A Haqqani network leader was captured by a combined Afghan and coalition security force during an operation in Bak district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader distributed weapons and planned attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. The security force also confiscated multiple weapons and detained one additional suspected insurgent during the operation. | "2011-11-14T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Bak | Haqqani | leader | 0 | 2 | 1;another | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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Numerous suspected insurgents detained in Ghazni | 2011-10-S-016 | 2011-10-S-016
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 8)
In Gelan district, Ghazni province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force patrol detained numerous suspected insurgents during an operation yesterday. The insurgents are suspected of being a part of a network responsible for multiple attacks on Afghan and coalition forces. They were detained and taken in for processing and further questioning. | "2011-10-07T00:00:00" | detention | Ghazni | Gailan | 0 | 4 | numerous | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 3, 2012)
Afghan and coalition forces confirmed one of the insurgents captured during a security operation in Pul-e 'Alam district, Logar province, Tuesday, is a Haqqani leader and weapons financier. The detained Haqqani leader is believed to have overseen the acquisition and distribution of rockets, heavy weapons, assault rifles, explosives and body armor to support insurgent operations throughout Logar province. Prior to his capture, the weapons financier had reportedly purchased multiple missiles to be used in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation, the security force also detained two other suspected insurgents. | "2012-10-02T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | Pul-e Alam | Haqqani | leader | 0 | 3 | 1;2 | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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Several Suspected Insurgents Detained in Khost Overnight | 2010-10-CA-174 | Several Suspected Insurgents Detained in Afghanistan Overnight
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-10-CA-174
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 17) - Afghan and coalition forces detained numerous suspected insurgents in three overnight operations in northern and eastern Afghanistan aimed at capturing Taliban and Haqqani Network leadership.
In Khost province, an Afghan and coalition security force targeted a Haqqani Network facilitator responsible for coordinating the movement of weapons throughout Sabari district.
Based on intelligence tips, the security force targeted a compound in Sabari 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 cleared and secured the compound. After initial questioning of the residents at the scene, the security force detained several suspected insurgents. | "2010-10-17T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Sabari district | Haqqani | facilitator | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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2 | 2011-10-S-037 | 2011-10-S-037
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 18, 2011)
During an operation to disrupt an insurgent network in Musa Qal’Ah district, Helmand province yesterday, a combined Afghan and coalition patrol detained several insurgents.
The operation seized 22 pounds (10 kilograms) of opium, improvised explosive device components, and small arms. The narcotics and weapons were safely destroyed on site.
The insurgents were detained and taken in for processing and further questioning. | "2011-10-17T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Musa Qala | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 9)
An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani senior leader in Logar province today. The arrested leader is believed to have planned and conducted attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in southern Logar province. During the operation, the security force also detained two suspected insurgents. | "2012-11-09T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | Haqqani | senior leader | 0 | 3 | 1;2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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Facilitator and numerous associates detained in Helmand | 2011-05-S-004 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 2, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-004
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 2, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coalition security force captured a Taliban facilitator and numerous associates during a security operation in Now Zad district, Helmand province, yesterday. The facilitator coordinates shipments of homemade explosives and homemade bomb components for Taliban cell leaders operating in Now Zad, Musa Qal’ah and Sangin districts.
The security force targeted the facilitator’s suspected compound in the district after numerous reports of insurgent activity in the area. The operation began as the force secured the area and called for all occupants to exit the buildings peacefully. The force commenced their search after securing the safety of the women and children. During the search, the force discovered 330 pounds (150 kilograms) of morphine base and 30 pounds (14 kgs) of black tar heroin. Afterwards, the facilitator identified himself to the force and was subsequently apprehended. Numerous suspected insurgents were also detained for further questioning. The operation was completed with no shots fired. | "2011-05-01T00:00:00" | detention | Helmand | Nawzad | Taliban | facilitator | 0 | 5 | 1;numerous | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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Haqqani Taliban facilitator detained in Logar | 2011-02-S-031 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update, Feb. 5, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-02-S-031
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 5, 2011)
ISAF confirmed a Haqqani Taliban facilitator was detained during an Afghan and coalition operation in Logar province Feb. 1. The leader was responsible for the facilitation of weapons, improvised explosive device and small arms fire attacks against Afghan and coalition forces in the area. | "2011-01-31T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | ??? | Haqqani;Taliban | facilitator | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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Afghan Army Leads Operation to Establish Permanent Patrol Base | 2010-11-S-244 | Afghan Army Leads Operation to Establish Permanent Patrol Base
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-S-244 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 19, 2010) — Afghan Nation Army soldiers with 3rd Kandak, 2nd Brigade, 215th Corps along with the Afghan Uniformed Police and coalition forces conducted Operation Strong Resolve in Helmand Province Nov. 13.
The operation was an Afghan led, joint operation meant to reaffirm Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan influence and establish a permanent patrol base in the vicinity of Nabu Agha, Musa Qal’ah Nov.
Throughout the two-day operation, the Afghan Army and uniform police forces engaged multiple targets. Using combined arms, the joint force killed seven insurgents and detained several others. The force also found and destroyed two 25-pound pressure-plate improvised explosive devices. | "2010-11-12T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Helmand | Musa Qala | Nabu Agha | 7 | 3 | several | 7 | true | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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One suspected insurgent detained in Takhar | 2011-07-S-056 | ISAF Joint Command- Afghanistan
2011-07-S-056
For Immediate Release
In Bangi district, Takhar province, an Afghan-led security force detained one suspected insurgent while searching for an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan leader, yesterday. The leader directs insurgents and acts as a liaison to the Taliban network, insurgent leaders in Pakistan, and IMU contacts in Afghanistan and Iran. | "2011-07-17T00:00:00" | detention | Takhar | Bangi | IMU | leader | 0 | 1 | one | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Insurgent Leader Targeted, Numerous Suspected Insurgents Detained | 2010-11-S-380 | Insurgent Leader Targeted, Numerous Suspected Insurgents Detained
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-S-380
For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 30) – An Afghan National Security Force and International Security Assistance Force patrol killed one insurgent and detained numerous other suspected insurgents during an operation targeting an insurgent leader in Nahr-E Saraj district, Helmand province, yesterday.
The targeted Taliban leader is an improvised explosive device facilitator and an expert in the planning, coordination and construction of IEDs. He is known to have participated in numerous IED attacks against ANSF and coalition forces.
Multiple intelligence sources and tips from local citizens led the patrol to a compound associated with the target. After surrounding the compound, the joint security force called-out to the compound’s inhabitants, allowing them to exit peacefully. Eight women and eight children responded to the call-out and were protected for the duration of the operation.
As the security force began to search the compound, an insurgent attempted to engage the force with a grenade and was killed. During the search of the compound, the security force found several men who were suspected to be insurgents.
Also found in the compound were IED components and explosive detonators which were safely destroyed by the joint force prior to departing.
After initial questioning, Afghan authorities detained the suspected insurgents and they were taken by Afghan authorities for further questioning. | "2010-11-28T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Helmand | Nahr-e Seraj | Taliban | leader | 1 | 4 | numerous | 1 | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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2011-11-S-003
KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 2, 2011)
A combined Afghan and coaltion security force detained multiple suspected insurgents during an operation in search of a Haqqani network leader in Sabari district, Khost province, yesterday. The leader distributes rockets, firearms, and roadside bomb components, as well as, plans attacks throughout Sabari district. | "2011-11-01T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Sabari district | Haqqani | leader | 0 | 3 | multiple | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several killed and multiple captured in Wardak | 2010-06-CA-007 | June 3: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-06-CA-007
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (June 3) - An Afghan-international security force searched and cleared three compounds and captured a Taliban facilitator in the Sayyidabad district of Wardak last night. Several militants were killed, and multiple suspects were also detained in the operation.
The Taliban facilitator, known to operate in the Khost and Wardak areas, buys and distributes rockets, ammunition and improvised explosive device (IED) materials to insurgent networks.
At the first compound north of Patan Kheyl, the assault force killed several individuals after coming under fire from in and near the compound.
At the second compound, the assault force came under fire before detaining a suspected insurgent. The force then found a rocket propelled grenade (RPG) launcher with rounds, a heavy machine gun, automatic rifles, multiple fragmentation grenades, small-arms ammunition and tactical vests in the compound.
In both compounds, the joint force received fire from mosques. Upon searching the mosques, an Afghan team found an RPG launcher and RPG rounds, multiple automatic rifles, and communications equipment. The security force also detained several individuals suspected of insurgent activities at a third compound. | "2010-06-02T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Wardak | Sayyedabad | Taliban | facilitator | 3 | 3 | multiple | several | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | true | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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4 | 2012-07-S-030 | 2012-07-S-030
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 17, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Taliban weapons dealer in Achin district, Nangarhar province, today. The weapons dealer provides firearms, explosives and other improvised explosive device components to Taliban insurgents throughout the area. He also participating in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. During the operation the forces detained multiple suspected insurgents.
2012-07-S-034
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 18, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force confirmed today that one of the individuals detained yesterday during an operation in Achin district, Nangarhar province, is a known Taliban weapons dealer. The weapons dealer provided firearms and explosives to Taliban insurgents throughout the province. | "2012-07-17T00:00:00" | detention | Nangarhar | Acheen | Taliban | weapons dealer | 0 | 3 | multiple | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several insurgents killed in Helmand | 2011-01-S-289 | ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, Jan. 25, 2011
ISAF Joint Command – Afghanistan
2011-01-S-289
For Immediate Release
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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.
In Helmand province, during separate operations, two ISAF patrols were engaged by insurgents with small arms fire and rocket-propelled grenades in Musa Qal’ah district. After gaining positive identification, coalition forces returned fire and called for air support. The air weapons team supporting ground forces engaged the enemy position, killing several insurgents. | "2011-01-25T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Helmand | Musa Qala | 3 | 0 | several | true | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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4 | 2012-06-S-009 | 2012-06-S-009
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (JUN 5)
An Afghan and coalition security force conducted an operation to detain a Haqqani leader in Khost district, Khost province, today. The Haqqani leader is suspected of planning the attack against Forward Operating Base Salerno on June 1. He is also an explosives expert suspected of building the vehicle born improvised explosive device the insurgents detonated at the Salerno gate. During the operation, the security forces detained multiple suspected insurgents. | "2012-06-05T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Khost | Haqqani | leader | 0 | 3 | multiple | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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One detained in Baghlan | 2011-03-S-036 | UPDATE: ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update March 12, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-03-S-036
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (March 12, 2011)
Afghan and coalition security forces targeted an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) leader, detaining one suspected insurgent during security operations in Burkah district, Baghlan province, yesterday.
The IMU leader is also a liaison to the Taliban network in Kunduz. He maintains facilitation connections to IMU contacts throughout the region. He also coordinates the movement of insurgents throughout Northern Afghanistan. He, along with other IMU and Taliban leaders, have gathered in the district to plan the upcoming Spring Offensive against Afghan and coalition forces.
The security force advanced to the targeted compound where they called for the residents to exit the buildings peacefully before conducting a search. The suspected insurgent was detained after initial questioning at the scene for involvement in insurgent activity. | "2011-03-10T00:00:00" | detention | Baghlan | Burka | IMU | leader | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | false | false | false | true | false | true | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Afghan-Led Security Force Detains Taliban Commander in Wardak | 2010-08-CA-133 | Afghan-Led Security Force Detains Taliban Commander in Wardak
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-08-CA-133
KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 12) - An Afghan and coalition security force killed several suspected insurgents and detained many more, including a Taliban commander, in Wardak province Wednesday.
The commander conducted improvised explosive device, direct fire and indirect fire attacks against Afghan civilians, and Afghan and coalition forces. The security force targeted a series of compounds in Zarin Rhankhel in Sayyidabad district to search for the commander. As the security force approached the area, several suspected insurgents showed hostile intent from one of the targeted compounds. The assault force engaged the threat, killing the men. After securing the compound, the assault force detained one suspected insurgent. At a series of compounds nearby, Afghan forces called for all residents to exit each of the compounds peacefully and then secured the area. After questioning the residents, the assault force identified and detained the commander and three additional suspected insurgents.
"This capture will severely degrade Taliban operations in the Tangi and Shehkabad district. Now one less criminal is on the streets endangering Afghan civilians with his indiscriminate IED attacks," said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operations Center director.
The security force protected the women and children throughout the search. | "2010-08-11T00:00:00" | detention | Wardak | Sayyedabad | Zarin Rhankhel | Taliban | commander | 3 | 5 | one;three | several | true | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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Several Suspects detained in Logar | 2010-07-CA-002 | July 1: Afghan-ISAF Operations in Eastern, Southern Afghanistan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-002
For Immediate Release
An Afghan-international security force detained several suspected insurgents while pursuing a Taliban commander in Logar Province last night.
The combined security force went to a compound southwest of the village of Aladad Kheyl in Charkh district. Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for the occupants to exit the buildings and then secured the compound. After initial questioning, the security force detained the suspected insurgents.
No shots were fired and women and children were protected by the combined security force. | "2010-06-30T00:00:00" | detention | Logar | Charkh | Aladad Kheyl | Taliban | commander | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Several suspected insurgents detained in Kandahar | 2010-11-CA-079;2010-11-CA-108 | Taliban, Haqqani Leadership Targeted, Suspected Insurgents Detained
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-079 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 7, 2010) — Afghan and coalition forces detained numerous suspected insurgents during four operations aimed at capturing Taliban and Haqqani leadership in southern and eastern Afghanistan last night.
In southern Afghanistan, a joint security force targeting a Taliban senior leader who coordinates and conducts attacks in Dand and Panjwa’i districts, detained several suspected insurgents during an overnight operation in Kandahar province. The senior leader is also responsible for distributing materials to his subordinates in the area.
Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound southeast of Srazi in Kandahar district where they peacefully detained the suspected insurgents.
The assault force did not fire their weapons during any of these operations and they protected the women and children for the duration of the searches.
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UPDATE: ISAF Confirms Capture of Taliban Senior Leader in Kandahar
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-11-CA-108 For Immediate Release
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KABUL, Afghanistan (Nov. 9, 2010) — The International Security Assistance Force confirmed the capture of a Taliban senior leader who coordinated and conducted attacks in Dand and Panjwa’i districts, during an overnight operation in Kandahar province Sunday.
He was also responsible for distributing materials to his subordinates in the area.
Intelligence tips led the security force to a compound southeast of Srazi in Kandahar 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 cleared and secured the compound.
After initial questioning at the scene, the security force identified and detained the senior leader along with one of his associates.
The assault force did not fire their weapons and they protected the women and children for the duration of the search. | "2010-11-06T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Kandahar | Srazi | Taliban | senior leader | 0 | 2 | 2 | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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2 | 2011-10-S-036 | 2011-10-S-036
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Oct. 18, 2011)
In Kunduz district, Kunduz province, a combined Afghan and coalition security force detained one suspect during an operation in search of an insurgent leader, yesterday. The leader plans suicide bomb attacks both in Kunduz and Badakhshan provinces. | "2011-10-17T00:00:00" | detention | Kunduz | Kunduz | leader | 0 | 1 | 1 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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2 suspected militants detained in Zabul | 2010-01-CA-088 | Jan. 19: Afghan-ISAF Forces Search Compounds in Zabul, Ghazni, Logar
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ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-01-CA-088
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 19) - An Afghan-international security force searched a compound outside the village of Baghak, in the Jeldek district of Zabul province last night and detained a pair of suspected militants while searching for a Taliban IED cell leader. | "2010-01-19T00:00:00" | detention | Zabul | Jeldak | Baghak | Taliban | IED cell leader | 0 | 2 | a pair | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Afghan and Coalition Force Detains Several Suspected Insurgents in Baghlan | 2010-07-CA-163 | Afghan and Coalition Force Detains Several Suspected Insurgents in Baghlan
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-163
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 24) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents in Baghlan province last night while in pursuit of a Taliban district commander for Baghlan-e Jadid district and a Taliban military commander in charge of numerous insurgent fighters.
The security force targeted a series of compounds south of Arabha in Baghlan-e Jadid district in pursuit of the commanders. At the first compound the security force was immediately engaged with rocket propelled grenades (RPG) and small arms fire from a tree line outside the compound. An air weapons team engaged the area to suppress the fire. Afghan forces then proceeded to use a loudspeaker to call for the occupants to peacefully exit the buildings and cleared the compound.
Two suspected insurgents were detained after the residents were questioned at the scene. | "2010-07-23T00:00:00" | detention | Baghlan | Baghlan-e Jadid | Arabha | Taliban | district Taliban commander;Taliban military commander | 0 | 2 | two | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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3 | 2012-09-S-027 | 2012-09-S-027
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Sept. 18, 2012)
The Afghan Special Operations Unit, supported by coalition troops, arrested a Haqqani leader in Nadir Shah Kot district, Khost province, today. The arrested leader is suspected of planning and directing multiple attacks throughout the region, often collaborating with Haqqani senior leaders in Pakistan. Prior to his arrest, the Haqqani leader is believed to have orchestrated an improvised explosive device attack that injured two Afghan National Army soldiers. The Afghan Special Operations Unit also detained two suspected insurgents and seized several firearms as a result of this operation. | "2012-09-18T00:00:00" | detention | Khost | Nadir Shah Kot | Haqqani | leader | 0 | 3 | 1;2 | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | true |
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One killed in Baghlan | 2011-05-S-023 | ISAF Joint Command Morning Operational Update May 8, 2011
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2011-05-S-023
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (May 8, 2011) – A combined Afghan and coalition security force killed one insurgent while searching for a Taliban leader during a security operation in Talah wa Barfak district, Baghlan province yesterday.
During the search, an armed insurgent attempted to fire his weapon at the force. The security force responded, killing the insurgent. | "2011-05-07T00:00:00" | insurgentskilled | Baghlan | Talah wa Barfak | Taliban | leader | 1 | 0 | 1 | true | false | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Taliban Weapons Facilitator, Suspected Insurgents Detained in Kandahar | 2010-07-CA-135 | Taliban Weapons Facilitator, Suspected Insurgents Detained in Kandahar
ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan
2010-07-CA-135
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 21) - An Afghan and coalition security force detained several suspected insurgents in Kandahar province yesterday, including a Taliban weapons facilitator operating in Kandahar.
The weapons' dealer also assists with the movement of foreign fighters into the area and coordinates assassinations within Kandahar. The security force targeted a compound in the Zharay district in pursuit of the facilitator.
Afghan forces used a loudspeaker to call for all occupants to peacefully exit the compound. After questioning the residents, the security force detained the facilitator and several additional suspected insurgents for further questioning.
No shots were fired and the women and children were protected throughout the search. | "2010-07-20T00:00:00" | detention | Kandahar | Zheray | Taliban | weapons facilitator | 0 | 3 | several | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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3 | 2012-12-S-007 | 2012-12-S-007
KABUL, Afghanistan (Dec. 5, 2012)
An Afghan and coalition security force detained an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan facilitator during an operation in Kunduz district, Kunduz province, yesterday. The facilitator oversaw the transfer of improvised explosive device materials to insurgents, and directed the emplacement of IEDs against Afghan and coalition forces. The security force also detained one suspected insurgent as a result of the operation. | "2012-12-04T00:00:00" | detention | Kunduz | Kunduz | IMU | facilitator | 0 | 2 | 1;one | false | true | true | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | false |
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ISAF Joint Command evening operational update | 2012-04-S-021 | 2012-04-S-021
For Immediate Release
KABUL, Afghanistan (Apr. 9)
A Provincial Response Company along with Afghan and coalition forces recovered a significant quantity of drugs and weapons during an operation in Baghran district, Helmand province last week. As the combined force entered the area armed insurgents opened fire with small arms and heavy weapons. The force returned fire, killing multiple insurgents. In a subsequent search the security forces located several narcotics caches containing 3,190 pounds poppy seed, 198 pounds of wet opium and a number of weapons. The ANSF destroyed the narcotics and illegal material in place and also detained numerous insurgents. | "2012-04-09T00:00:00" | captureandkill | Helmand | Baghran | 3 | 4 | numerous | multiple | true | true | false | false | false | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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Numerous insurgents detained in Wardak | 2011-04-S-020 | 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. | "2011-04-07T00:00:00" | detention | Wardak | Nerkh | HiG | leader | 0 | 4 | numerous | false | true | true | false | true | true | false | false | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | false |
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ISAF Press Releases Dataset Description
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- Paper: A Knock on the Door: 22 Months of ISAF Press Releases
- Point of Contact: Alex Strick van Linschoten (@strickvl)
Dataset Summary
The ISAF Press Releases dataset contains data used as the basis for the research paper "A Knock on the Door: 22 Months of ISAF Press Releases". The dataset provides a comprehensive collection of press releases issued by the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan from December 1, 2009, to February 21, 2013. The press releases were collected, processed, and annotated to extract information about kill-capture missions carried out by ISAF during this period. The dataset offers valuable insights into the nature and extent of these operations, providing a historical record of ISAF's activities in Afghanistan. It consists of 4822 press release reports, each labelled with information about the event, including the date, location, target group, and the number of people killed or captured (as represented in the data). The dataset is provided as a single Parquet file without predefined splits.
Supported Tasks and Leaderboards
named-entity-recognition: The dataset can be used to train a model for Named Entity Recognition, which involves identifying mentions of people killed or captured in the press releases. Success on this task is typically measured by achieving a high F1 score. The baseline metric would be to compare against the labels provided in the dataset.event-extraction: The dataset supports Event Extraction, which involves identifying occurrences of kills or captures mentioned in the press releases. Success on this task is typically measured by achieving a high F1 score. The baseline metric would be to compare against the labels provided in the dataset.text-classification: The dataset can be used for Document Classification, where the goal is to classify press releases as mentioning kills, captures, or other categories. Success on this task is typically measured by achieving a high Accuracy. The baseline metric would be to compare against the labels provided in the dataset.
Languages
The press releases in the dataset are entirely in English. They contain military jargon and Afghanistan-specific places and context, which are explained in the associated research paper.
Dataset Structure
Data Instances
Here is an example instance from the dataset:
{
"name": "Afghan-Led Clearing Operation Kills more than 20 Insurgents in Paktiya",
"eventrefnumber": "2010-08-CA-135",
"text": "Afghan-Led Clearing Operation Kills more than 20 Insurgents in Paktiya\n ISAF Joint Command - Afghanistan 2010-08-CA-135 For Immediate Release Download PDF\n\n KABUL, Afghanistan (Aug. 12) - An Afghan and coalition security force killed more than 20 armed insurgents during an on-going clearing operation aimed at disrupting the Haqqani Network's freedom of movement in Dzadran district of Paktiya province. This area is known Haqqani Network safe haven and used to stage attacks into Kabul and the Khost-Gardez pass. When the security force arrived, dozens of insurgents occupied entrenched fighting positions throughout the mountainous area, preparing to engage the security force with machine guns, rocket-propelled grenades and automatic weapons. An air weapons team suppressed the enemy resulting in more than 20 insurgents killed so far. \"The Haqqani Netrwork is a prevalent insurgent threat in Afghanistan right now. Afghan and coalition forces are focused on smothering their influence and power,\" said U.S. Army Col. Rafael Torres, International Security Assistance Force Joint Command Combined Joint Operation Center director. \"Every day we are taking more insurgents off the battlefield so that Afghans can live in peace.\" This clearing operation is still ongoing. ISAF will provide updates as they become available.",
"StartDate": "2010-08-12",
"eventtype": "insurgentskilled",
"province": "Paktya",
"citydistrict": "Zadran",
"village": "",
"targetgroup": "Haqqani",
"commander": "",
"position": "",
"minkilled": "21",
"mincaptured": "0",
"capturedcharacterisation": "",
"killedcharacterisation": "more than 20",
"killq": "true",
"captureq": "false",
"killcaptureraid": "true",
"airstrike": "true",
"noshotsfired": "false",
"dataprocessed": "true",
"flagged": "false",
"glossarymeta": "false",
"minleaderskilled": "0",
"minfacilitatorskilled": "0",
"minleaderscaptured": "0",
"minfacilitatorscaptured": "0",
"leaderq": "false"
}
Data Fields
name: The name or title of the press release.eventrefnumber: The reference number for the event, usually mentioned in the press release itself.text: The full text of the press release.StartDate: The date of the event itself, not the press release.eventtype: The type of event (e.g., "insurgentskilled").province: The province where the event occurred.citydistrict: The city or district where the event occurred.village: The village where the event occurred.targetgroup: The target group (e.g., "Haqqani") mentioned in the press release.commander: A boolean indicating whether a "commander" was part of the event.position: The position of the targeted individual(s) mentioned in the press release.minkilled: The minimum number of people killed based on the text.mincaptured: The minimum number of people captured based on the text.capturedcharacterisation: The language used to characterize the number of people captured.killedcharacterisation: The language used to characterize the number of people killed.killq: A boolean indicating whether someone was killed.captureq: A boolean indicating whether someone was captured.killcaptureraid: A boolean indicating whether the event was a kill-capture raid.airstrike: A boolean indicating whether an airstrike was involved.noshotsfired: A boolean indicating whether the press release mentioned that the raid was carried out with no shots fired.dataprocessed: An internal field indicating whether the entry was processed.flagged: An internal field indicating whether the entry was flagged for being interesting.glossarymeta: A boolean indicating whether the entry contains interesting characterizations for compiling a glossary.minleaderskilled: The minimum number of "leaders" killed.minfacilitatorskilled: The minimum number of "facilitators" killed.minleaderscaptured: The minimum number of "leaders" captured.minfacilitatorscaptured: The minimum number of "facilitators" captured.leaderq: A boolean indicating whether the press release claimed that a "leader" was captured or killed.
Data Splits
The dataset is provided as a single Parquet file without predefined splits.
Original JSON files are available at original_json_data/ in this repository,
as is the script (scripts/export_script.py) that was used to convert the
individual JSON files to the single .parquet file.
Dataset Creation
Curation Rationale
The dataset was created to provide a comprehensive and publicly accessible record of ISAF's kill-capture missions in Afghanistan, as reported in their press releases. The motivation was to enable scholars, legal teams, and others to analyze and understand the nature and extent of these operations, as the original ISAF website no longer exists in the same form. The dataset serves as an important historical artifact for Afghan history and provides a means to reverse-engineer the minimum numbers of people killed and captured by ISAF during the specified period.
Source Data
Initial Data Collection and Normalization
The initial data collection involved manually copying the text of press releases from the ISAF website (http://www.isaf.nato.int/article/isaf-releases/) into Tinderbox software. The press releases were collected from December 1, 2009, to February 21, 2013, covering a period of over 21 months. All available press releases during this period were included in the dataset.
The collected press releases were then processed to split them into individual incident reports. If a press release mentioned multiple incidents, they were separated into distinct entries. The text of the press releases was not modified and remains in its original form.
Who are the source language producers?
The press releases were written by the press office and media relations team of ISAF (International Security Assistance Force) and later NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) during the specified period. They were created by human writers as official communications from ISAF/NATO.
Annotations
Annotation process
The annotation process involved reading each press release and evaluating it against a set of variables. The annotations were performed using Tinderbox software. The variables included:
- Basic data: Incident name, reference number, date of the incident.
- Location data: Province, district, village name (if provided).
- Target data: Target group, claimed capture of a "leader" or someone in a leadership position, specific position of the target.
- Numerics: Indication of someone being killed or detained, minimum number killed or detained, exact terms used to refer to those detained or killed, numbers of "leaders" and "facilitators" claimed to be killed or captured, classification as a "capture-or-kill" raid, involvement of an airstrike. The annotator used a fixed list of interpretations for certain terms when estimating the minimum numbers of people killed or detained. Detailed explanations of the annotation process and variable definitions are provided in the associated research paper.
Who are the annotators?
The sole annotator of the dataset was Alex Strick van Linschoten, the lead researcher on the project, with support from Felix Kuehn.
Personal and Sensitive Information
The dataset contains names and locations mentioned in the original press releases, which were publicly issued by ISAF. No additional personal or sensitive information was included, and no steps were taken to anonymize or protect the identities of individuals mentioned in the press releases.
Considerations for Using the Data
Social Impact of Dataset
The dataset provides an important historical record of ISAF's activities in Afghanistan during the specified period. It enables scholars, legal teams, and others to access and analyze this information, contributing to a better understanding of the events and their impact. The availability of this data is crucial for Afghan history and ensures that the information remains accessible even though the original ISAF website no longer exists in its previous form.
However, it is important to consider the potential biases and limitations of the dataset, as discussed in the following sections.
Discussion of Biases
The dataset reflects the inherent biases and limitations of ISAF's presence and understanding of Afghanistan. The press releases were created by ISAF/NATO and may not provide a complete or unbiased account of the events. The categorization of those detained or killed may not be standardized across the entire period, and certain incidents may not have been published.
It is important to recognize that the dataset represents the perspective and narrative of ISAF/NATO and may not necessarily reflect the experiences or viewpoints of other stakeholders, particularly the Afghan population.
Other Known Limitations
The dataset has several known limitations:
- Incomplete coverage: The dataset does not provide a complete picture of all ISAF's capture-or-kill operations in Afghanistan during the specified period. It is limited to the incidents reported in the press releases.
- Underrepresentation of air strikes: Air strikes are underrepresented in the dataset due to the vague descriptions of "air assets" involved in incidents. It is often impossible to determine the type of weapons or aircraft used.
- Potential inconsistencies: The categorization of those detained or killed may not be standardized across the entire period, and there may be inconsistencies in the reporting of incidents.
- Users of the dataset should be aware of these limitations and consider them when drawing conclusions or making interpretations based on the data.
Additional Information
Dataset Curators
The dataset was created by Alex Strick van Linschoten and Felix Kuehn as part of their research project.
Licensing Information
This dataset is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) license. For more information, see https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/.
Citation Information
@article{strick_van_linschoten_kuehn_2011,
author = {Alex Strick van Linschoten and Felix Kuehn},
title = {A Knock on the Door: 22 Months of ISAF Press Releases},
journal = {Afghanistan Analysts Network},
year = {2011},
month = {October},
day = {12},
url = {https://www.afghanistan-analysts.org/en/special-reports/a-knock-on-the-door-22-months-of-isaf-press-releases/}
}
Contributions
Many thanks to the Afghanistan Analysts Network for funding the research.
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