Coalition Forces in Iraq Capture 18 Suspected Terrorists

American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Jan. 29, 2008 - Coalition forces in Iraq today detained 18 suspected terrorists during operations to disrupt al Qaeda networks operating in the central and northern parts of the country, military officials said.

North of Samarra, coalition forces captured an alleged al Qaeda in Iraq agent linked to supplying improvised explosive devices and weapons to terrorists operating in the region. Reports indicate the detainee has ties to senior al Qaeda leaders. Four other suspects also were detained.

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