In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 23 Armed Taliban Killed (June 11.2013.)

Publish Date: Jun 11, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.
 

The operations were conducted in Kunduz, Kandahar, Khost, Paktika, Paktiya, Zabul and Helmand provinces, as a result 23 armed Taliban were killed and nine other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.
                                                                                  
Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and confiscated some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition, IEDs and 155 kilos of opium.
 

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused seven different types of mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Laghman, Parwan, Uruzgan and Herat provinces.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 27 Armed Taliban Killed (June.09.2013.)

Publish Date: Jun 09, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Sar-e-Pul, Balkh, Maidan Wardak, Ghazni, Paktiya, Herat and Helmand provinces, as a result 27 armed Taliban were killed, eight wounded and 25 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.                                                                                   

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and confiscated some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and IEDs.

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused eight different types of mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Khost, Badghis and Nangarhar provinces.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 57 Armed Taliban Killed (June 02.2013.)

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Kandahar, Ghazni, Helmand, Kapisa, Paktika and Paktiya provinces, as a result 57 armed Taliban were killed, eight wounded and 12 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.
                                                                                      
Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and confiscated some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and IEDs.
During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused three anti-vehicle mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Herat and Farah provinces.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained a suspect accused of using fake documents in the 8th District of Kabul-City.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 72 Armed Taliban Killed (June 01.2013.)

Publish Date: Jun 01, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Badakhshan, Balkh, Kandahar, Uruzgan, Paktika, Paktiya, Herat and Ghor provinces, as a result 72 armed Taliban were killed, two wounded and eight other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and confiscated some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and IEDs.
During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused two different types of mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Laghman province.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained two suspects accused of theft in the 15th District of Kabul-City.

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6 suicide bombers killed in attack on Panjshir governor compound

Map of Afghanistan with Panjshir highlighted (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

A group of suicide bombers attacked Panjshir province administrative department compound early Wednesday morning.

The incident took place after a suicide bomber detonated his explosives near the main entrance gate of the compound and the remaining suicide bombers entered the building.

Provincial police chief Mohammad Qasim Jangalbagh said at least one police officer was killed during the attack and four othres were injured.

Mr. Qasim further added some parts of the compound also caught fire during the attack.

He said all seven suicide bombers were killed during the clashes with the Afghan security forces and a vehicle packed with explosives was also caught by Afghan security forces before the suicide manage to detonate the explosives.

In the meantime provincial governor spokesman Abdul Kabir Wasiq said the attack started around 3:20 am local time after six suicide bombers in Afghan police uniform attack the compound.

Panjshir is among the peaceful provinces in nothern Afghanistan and today’s incident is the first suicide attack carried out by militants.

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By Mirwais Adeel - 29 May 2013, 6:55 am

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 29 Armed Taliban Killed (May 29.2013.)

Publish Date: May 29, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Baghlan, Kapisa, Badakhshan, Sar-e-Pul, Kandahar, Uruzgan, Ghazni, Paktiya and Helmand provinces, as a result 29 armed Taliban were killed, eight wounded and 45 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.
                                                                                     
Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and confiscated some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and IEDs.
 

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused five anti-vehicle mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Zabul and Farah provinces.

 Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained four suspects accused of murder, theft and kidnapping in the 1st, 3rd and 15th Districts of Kabul-City.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 10 Armed Taliban Killed (May 28.2013.)

In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 10 Armed Taliban Killed

Publish Date: May 28, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.
 

The operations were conducted in Kunar, Nangarhar, Kapisa, Badakhshan, Logar and Helmand provinces, as a result 10 armed Taliban were killed, five wounded and 22 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and confiscated some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and four motorbikes.
 

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused an anti-vehicle mine placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activity in Kandahar province.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained two suspects accused of murder and kidnapping in the 6th and 11th Districts of Kabul-City.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 57 Armed Taliban Killed (May 26.2013.)

Publish Date: May 26, 2013

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Nangarhar, Kapisa, Kunduz, Badakhshan, Kandahar, Logar, Ghazni and Paktiya provinces, as a result 57 armed Taliban were killed, 26 wounded and seven other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and defused some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and 1500 kilos of ammonium nitrate.

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused six different types of mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Kunar, Laghman, Maidan Wardak, Herat and Nimroz provinces.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 15 Armed Taliban Killed (May 25.2013.)

Publish Date: May 25, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Kandahar, Logar, Ghazni and Paktika provinces, as a result 15 armed Taliban were killed and 21 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and defused some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and 200 kilos of ammonium nitrate.

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused an anti-vehicle mine placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activity in Nangarhar province.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained a suspect accused of murder in the 10th District of Kabul-City.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 32 Armed Taliban Killed (May 22.2013.)

 

Publish Date: May 22, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Kunar, Kapisa, Kandahar, Logar, Ghazni, Herat and Helmand provinces, as a result 32 armed Taliban were killed, 18 wounded and 14 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.
                                                                                    
Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and defused some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and IEDs.
 

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused five different types of mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Paktika and Paktiya provinces.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained three suspects accused of murder and theft in the 2nd and 6th Districts of Kabul-City.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 18 Armed Taliban Killed (May 21.2013.)

 

 

 Publish Date: May 21, 2013

 
Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Nangarhar, Kandahar, Zabul, Maidan Wardak, Logar, Ghazni, Paktiya and Helmand provinces, as a result 18 armed Taliban were killed, one wounded and 22 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.                                                                                   

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and defused some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and IEDs.

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused six anti-vehicle mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Kunduz, Uruzgan, Paktika and Herat provinces.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained three suspects accused of theft and drug trafficking in the 1st and 10th Districts of Kabul-City.

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May 20., 2013. - ISAF Joint Command Operational Update

KABUL, Afghanistan – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested three insurgents during an operation in Sabari district, Khost province, today.

The security force was searching for an insurgent leader with ties to both the Taliban and Haqqani terrorist networks.

The leader serves as a financier for multiple insurgent networks in Sabari district. He also plans and executes assassinations against Afghan civilians, uses his residence as a staging point for insurgent operations, and facilitates weapons and military equipment for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

The security force also seized ammunition as a result of the operation.

In other International Security Assistance Force news throughout Afghanistan:

North

An Afghan and coalition force killed two insurgents during an operation in search of a senior Taliban leader in Khanaqa district, Jowzjan province, yesterday. The leader is responsible for illegal tax collection in Jowzjan and Balkh provinces. He and his subordinates intimidate local civilians into paying illegitimate fees in order to fund Taliban operations. He has assassinated multiple village elders who have resisted his extortion activities. He also facilitates the movement of weapons and military equipment for use in attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.

East

An Afghan and coalition force killed one insurgent during an operation in search of a senior Taliban leader in Sayyidabad district, Wardak province, Saturday. The leader is responsible for the coordination and execution of attacks targeting Afghan and coalition forces in Sayyidabad district. He is involved in manufacturing and emplacing improvised explosive devices, in addition to procuring and distributing IED-making materials, weapons and military equipment for use in insurgent activities. The leader also oversees kidnapping operations against local Afghans.

West

Afghan National Army Special Forces and coalition forces killed two insurgents and detained one other in Shindand district, Herat province, yesterday. The joint forces were en route to a madrassa in Aziz Abad village to speak with religious leaders when they received small arms fire from three insurgents. The detainee is in custody of the Afghan National Police.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 14 Armed Taliban Killed (May 19.2013.)

Publish Date: May 19, 2013

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.
 

The operations were conducted in Nangarhar, Kunduz, Balkh, Kandahar, Zabul, Ghazni, Maidan Wardak, Paktika, Herat, Farah and Helmand provinces, as a result 14 armed Taliban were killed, four wounded and 27 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.                                                                                   
 

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and defused some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and IEDs.
 

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused two anti-vehicle mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Parwan and Ghor provinces.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained three suspects accused of theft and drug trafficking in the 1st, 11th and 16th Districts of Kabul-City.

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Afghan District Police Chief Killed in Farah

An Afghan police chief has been killed after two militants riding on motorcycles opened fire on his vehicle in western Afghanistan.

Abdul Ghani, police chief of Khak-e Safid district in Farah Province, was killed instantly outside his home late on May 17.

Provincial spokesman Abdul Rahman Zhawandai said that Ghani was rushed to hospital but was declared dead upon arrival.

Ghani had led an anti-Taliban campaign in Farah that had resulted in the killing or capture of several local Taliban leaders.

No one has assumed responsibility for the attack.

The Afghan Defense Ministry said in a statement that four Afghan army soldiers also died in Farah when their vehicle hit a roadside bomb in Bakwa district.

The attacks come as the Taliban has stepped up its attacks against international and Afghans security forces ahead of NATO’s pullout next year.

Afghan forces have assumed responsibility for security in most of the country, with foreign troops stepping back to an advisory role.

from RFE/RL
Last updated (GMT/UTC): 18.05.2013 10:19

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, Nine Armed Taliban Killed (May 18.2013.)

Publish Date: May 18, 2013

 
Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Herat, Ghazni, Zabul, Kandahar, Baghlan, Nangarhar and Helmand provinces, as a result nine armed Taliban were killed and 15 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and defused some amount of light and heavy rounds ammunition and IEDs.

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused an anti-vehicle mine placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activity in Uruzgan province.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained seven suspects accused of theft and selling alcoholic beverages in the 6th, 9th and 15th Districts of Kabul-City.

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Explosion rocks Jalalabad city in Nangarhar, 9 injured

Jalalabad District is located in the north-west of Nangarhar Province. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

A heavy explosion rocked Jalalabad city in eastern Nangarhar province of Afghanistan early Wednesday morning, injuring at least nine people including Afghan security forces.

According to reports the incident took place near Sherzai stadium targeting Afghan national police forces.

Head of the central hospital for Jalalabad city, Dr. Humayoon Zaheer confirming the report said all those injured during the explosion were taken to the hospital.

He said at least three Afghan civilians and six Afghan police officers were injured during the incident.

No group has so far claimed responsibility behind the incident.

from KHAAMA
By Mirwais Adeel - 15 May 2013, 10:12 am

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, 11 Armed Taliban Killed (May 14.2013.)

Publish Date: May 14, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.
 

The operations were conducted in Nangarhar, Parwan, Kunduz, Kandahar, Logar, Herat and Helmand provinces, as a result 11 armed Taliban were killed, five wounded and eight other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.
 

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered, confiscated and defused some amount of light and heavy rounds and three explosives rigged motorcycles.
 

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused two different of mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in Uruzgan and Jowzjan provinces.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained seven suspects accused of murder and theft in the Paghman, 4th and 13th Districts of Kabul-City.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, Five Armed Taliban Killed (May 13.2013.)

Publish Date: May 13, 2013

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.

The operations were conducted in Nangarhar, Baghlan, Kunduz, Faryab, Badakhshan, Balkh, Kandahar, Maidan Wardak, Ghazni, Farah and Helmand provinces, as a result five armed Taliban were killed, six wounded and 27 other armed Taliban were arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.
  
Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and confiscated some amount of light and heavy rounds, 24 anti-vehicle mines and four motorcycles.

During the same 24 hour period, Afghan National Police discovered and defused three anti-vehicle mines placed by enemies of Afghanistan for destructive activities in the Waza Khowa district of Paktiya province.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained two suspects accused of murder and theft in the Surobi and 4th Districts of Kabul-City.
 

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Afghan National Police Kills A Suicide Bomber (May 12.2013.)

Publish Date: May 12, 2013

Zabul Police killed a suicide bomber at one of the border police posts today at around 09:00 Am and the second suicide bomber was identified and arrested by Afghan National Police.

The incident took place in the Shamal Zai district of Zabul province.

The arrested suicide bomber is being investigated by Zabul CID.

Ministry of Interior Affairs praises the good work of ANP in ensuring of security to the people of Afghanistan and appreciated people in sharing information with Afghan National Security forces and this is a good step forward in improving the security and stability in the country.

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In Several Joint Clearance Operations, Six Armed Taliban Killed (May 12.2013.)

Publish Date: May 12, 2013

 

Counterterrorism:
In past 24 hours, Afghan National Police conducted several joint clearance operations with the cooperation of Afghan National Army, NDS and Coalition Forces to clean some of the areas from terrorists and enemies of peace and stability of Afghanistan.
 

The operations were conducted in Kandahar, Zabul, Uruzgan, Ghazni, Paktiya and Helmand provinces, as a result six armed Taliban were killed, 45 wounded and one was arrested by Afghan National Security Forces.                                                                                    
 

Also, during these operations, Afghan National Police discovered and confiscated two AK-47 rifles, one rocket launcher, 300 kilos of ammonium nitrate, 18 hand grenades, three heavy rounds, six different types of mines, one motorcycle and one vehicle.

Counter Crimes:
The 101 Kabul Zone National Police detained three suspects accused of seizing government property and drug trafficking in the Mosahi and 2nd Districts of Kabul-City.

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