Coalition Forces in Iraq Capture 'Special Groups,' al-Qaida Leaders

American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, June 11, 2008 - Coalition forces in Iraq today captured a man believed to be the leader of an Iranian-backed enemy "special group" and another who's an alleged al-Qaida chieftain during separate operations conducted near Kut and in Mosul, respectively, military officials said.

Coalition forces captured the suspected Iranian-trained explosives expert in Numaniyah, southeast of Baghdad near Kut. Intelligence sources told coalition officials the suspect has numerous Iranian contacts with whom he would meet when smuggling weapons and bomb-making materials into Iraq. Coalition forces entered the suspect's residence and subdued him without firing any shots after the man made a move toward a weapon.

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