Coalition Troops in Afghanistan Capture 7 Insurgents

American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2008 - Coalition forces detained seven suspected insurgents during anti-Taliban operations yesterday in Afghanistan's Zabul province, military officials said.

Coalition forces had searched several compounds in the Qalat district, targeting insurgents with ties to Taliban and foreign-fighter networks. Coalition forces found and detained seven individuals, including one self-confessed Taliban operative. Two weapons were confiscated.

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