Coalition targets al-Qaeda in Iraq networks; seven terrorists killed, 16 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed seven terrorists and detained 16 suspects Wednesday and today during operations to disrupt al-Qaeda networks operating in central and northern Iraq. During a series of operations south of Sharqat Wednesday night and early this morning, Coalition forces targeted an alleged al-Qaeda in Iraq leader for the Salah ad-Din province. The targeted suspect is allegedly responsible for the equipping, financing and planning of AQI operations in northern Iraq, and is associated with senior level al-Qaeda members operating inside and outside of the country. As Coalition forces arrived at one of the target locations, they observed multiple armed personnel maneuvering into position against them. Two armed terrorists fired at Coalition forces, who engaged in self-defense, killing them. A supporting aircraft was called to engage the remaining threat, killing an additional f
Iraqi Police take charge after small arms attack, 1 IP killed, 7 insurgents dead, 16 detained MOSUL, Iraq – An Iraqi Policeman and seven insurgents were killed during a small arms fire attack, in southern Ninevah Province, Feb. 11. Nearby homes were searched and 16 individuals were detained by the IPs for further questioning. Coalition targets al-Qaeda networks in central Iraq; two terrorists killed, three detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed two terrorists and detained three suspects today during operations to disrupt al-Qaeda networks operating in central Iraq. Coalition forces conducted an operation in Baqouba today as part of continued efforts to disrupt the al-Qaeda in Iraq suicide network operating in Diyala, Baghdad, Mosul and other areas of Iraq. Coalition forces targeted an alleged associate of an improvised explosive device cell leader operating in the region, and an IED facilitator who was killed during an operation Feb. 8. Coalition forces killed
Coalition forces disrupt Special Groups criminal networks, detain two suspects BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained two suspected Special Groups criminals early today during operations in the Suwayrah area, south of Baghdad. Coalition forces were targeting an individual who reportedly facilitated paramilitary training for Special Groups members in preparation for attacks against Iraqi and Coalition forces. Reports also indicate he was an associate of several senior-level criminal element leaders involved in attacks on Iraqi and Coalition forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target location where they detained the two suspected criminals without incident. The identity of the suspects is still being determined. Coalition targets al-Qaeda in Iraq networks; two terrorists killed, two detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed two terrorists and detained two suspects Monday and today during operations to disrupt al-Qaeda networks operating in central Iraq.
Coalition Forces capture Special Groups commander, Iraqi Police assist BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition Forces, with assistance from the Iraqi Police, captured a suspected Special Groups commander and detained one other suspect early Monday during operations in the Hillah area, south of Baghdad.The targeted individual was reportedly in charge of Special Groups criminal elements in Wasit, Babil and Najaf provinces. He was allegedly involved in the coordination of Special Groups weapon shipments, and the planning of attacks against Iraqi Security Forces and Coalition Forces. Reports also indicate he was an associate of several other senior-level criminal element leaders involved in attacks on Iraqi Security Forces and Coalition Forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target area where they captured the wanted individual and the other suspected criminal without incident. The Iraqi Police facilitated the operation by directing local Iraqi citizens away from the target area during
I mentioned the other day that my video card died, and I needed to pick up a new one. Well it looks like I ordered it just in time, because the beta over at Warhammer Online Age of Reckoning just added a bunch of new players, myself included. If you haven’t tried to [...]
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Operation Phantom Phoenix: Iraqi Army frees 2 kidnap victims, CF kills 3 AQI, detains 7 TIKRIT, Iraq – The Iraqi Army found two kidnap victims and Coalition Forces killed three al-Qaeda in Iraq operatives and detained seven suspected AQI during Operation Blackhawk Thrasher near Qubah, approximately four miles northeast of Zaganiyah, Iraq, Feb. 7. This is part of the countrywide Operation Phantom Phoenix. During the joint operation, which involved the Iraqi Army, Iraqi Police and Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, Coalition Forces detained seven suspected AQI during village clearing operations. One AQI was killed by an Air Weapons Team and two more were killed in a firefight with CF in palm groves directly west of Qubah. One hour after the firefight, Iraqi Army Soldiers discovered the two kidnapped victims approximately 1 km away in the same palm grove. CF officials believe the kidnappers fled the area and left the victims when they heard CF helicopters, and then we
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Coalition forces capture Special Groups leader, detain four total suspects BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces captured a suspected Special Groups leader and detained three other suspects late Thursday during operations to disrupt criminal networks in the Mashru area, south of Baghdad. The targeted individual was reportedly a deputy for Special Groups criminal elements in Wasit Province. Reports also indicate he was an associate of several senior-level criminal element leaders involved in attacks on Iraqi Security Forces and Coalition forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target area where they captured the wanted individual and the three other suspected criminals without incident. Coalition disrupts al-Qaeda operating in northern Iraq, 10 suspects detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained 10 suspected terrorists today during operations to disrupt al-Qaeda in Iraq networks operating in northern Iraq. During two coordinated operations in Sharqat, Coalition fo
3 suspected extremists arrested in Rashid BAGHDAD – Iraqi Security Forces and Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers arrested three suspected Sunni extremists Feb. 3 during operations across the Rashid District of the Iraqi capital. Policemen from 1st Brigade, 7th Iraqi National Police Division, arrested a man believed to be an al-Qaeda operative after he tried to pass through a traffic control checkpoint in Massafee. The man, suspected of murder, placing improvised explosive devices and weapons trafficking, was taken to an Iraqi facility for further questioning. Earlier in the day, Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment, 10th Mountain Division, MND-B, captured two suspected AQI cell members in two separate raids in Doura. During the first raid, Company B Soldiers knocked on the door of home believed to be an AQI sniper, and arrested a man matching the extremist’s name and description. The man is accused of setting up false checkpoints to kidnap Shia and Chris
Iraqi Security Forces, U.S. Special Forces detain 2 terror suspects, kill 3 terrorists in separate operations BALAD, Iraq – Iraqi Security Forces, advised by U.S. Special Forces, detained two terror suspects and killed three terrorists in separate operations Feb. 1. In the village of Mashraf, Iraqi and U.S. Forces detained two members of an al-Qaeda in Iraq cell who are believed to be responsible for multiple improvised explosive device and small-arms fire attacks against Iraqi and Coalition Forces. According to intelligence reports, the two suspects are directly responsible for a January 2008 attack on an Iraqi Police checkpoint that killed two Iraqi Soldiers and an Iraqi Police officer. Near the city of Tal Afar, an Iraqi Special Weapons and Tactics Team, together with U.S. Special Forces, conducted an operation to detain two suspected terrorist cell leaders. During the course of the operation, the assault force came under small-arms fire. The assault force retur
Iraqi emergency response unit detains eight suspects during Baghdad raid BALAD, Iraq – An Iraqi Emergency Response Unit detained six suspected criminal gang members during a Baghdad raid Jan. 31. The suspects are security workers for the Al Atheer mobile communications company. They were detained on Iraqi Ministry of Interior warrants for suspicion of engaging in criminal activity within the Monsour area of Baghdad. The individuals were detained without incident. Iraqi forces confiscated two machine guns, an assault rifle and an armored Mercedes Benz sedan during the operation. The Iraqi Army raided the Al Atheer facility in early January 2008 and confiscated several unlicensed weapons. Two other persons of interest were also taken into custody for further questioning. Citizen tip leads Iraqi Security Forces to large weapons cache BAGHDAD – Iraqi Security Forces, advised by U.S. Special Forces, uncovered a large weapons cache near Diwaniyah after receiving a tip from a
Coalition disrupts weapons facilitation networks, six detained BAGHDAD – Coalition forces detained six suspected terrorists today during operations to disrupt al-Qaeda networks operating in central Iraq. During coordinated operations near Abu Ghurayb, Coalition forces captured an alleged al-Qaeda member associated with the procurement of weapons from outside of Iraq. The suspected terrorist is reportedly involved in the construction of improvised explosive devices, to include booby-trapped houses. Intelligence indicates he is also associated with other al-Qaeda in Iraq members involved in the weapons facilitation network, including the terrorist targeted during a follow-on operation in Baghdad. In addition to the wanted individual, Coalition forces detained two suspected terrorists and found numerous IED materials on site. Information gained from the operations in Abu Ghurayb led Coalition forces to Baghdad, where they targeted a suspected terrorist leader responsible for the facil
Coalition forces target al-Qaeda in Iraq networks, 18 suspects detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained 18 suspected terrorists today during operations to disrupt al-Qaeda networks operating in central and northern Iraq. North of Samarra, Coalition forces captured an alleged al-Qaeda in Iraq associate responsible for supplying improvised explosive devices and weapons to terrorists operating throughout the region. Reports indicate the suspected terrorist operates between ad-Dawr and Samarra and has ties to senior al-Qaeda leaders throughout those areas. In addition to the wanted individual, the ground force detained four suspected terrorists on site. Coalition forces detained nine suspected terrorists during continued operations targeting al-Qaeda in Iraq networks in the central regions of the country. North of Baqubah, six suspects were detained while targeting associates of an alleged al-Qaeda in Iraq headquarters tied to the suicide attack cells and media networks
MND Soldiers, Iraqi Police conduct combined operation with CLCs in support of Operation Phantom Phoenix FORWARD OPERATING BASE HAMMER, Iraq – Soldiers from Company A, 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, conducted a two-day combined operation with the Iraqi 3rd Brigade, 1st National Police Division and Concerned Local Citizens in Zelig, Iraq Jan. 20 and 21. Thirteen insurgent fighters were killed, two enemy trucks destroyed and 14 improvised explosive devices were found during the combined operation, which is part of the country-wide Operation Phantom Phoenix. Capt. William Clark, the commander of Company A, said Concerned Local Citizens took the lead in the operation. The Wheeling, Ill. native said the majority of IEDs were found in Zelig and the group cleared homes along major routes in and out of the city. Company A assisted the Concerned Local Citizens in setting up operation checkpoints. Sixteen IEDs, cache turned in by CLCs BAGHDAD – Concerned Local Cit
The government of the Sudan summoned the top Ameican diplomat in Khartoum in order to complain about what they alleged was interference in their nation’s internal affairs. They rejected US criticism of the appointment of Musa Hiial to a top government post. The American government regards Hilal as the chief coordinator of the infamous Janjaweed [...]
Extremist sniper walks into Coalition hands (Baghdad) BAGHDAD – Multi-National Division-Baghdad Soldiers were given a gift when a sniper walked into their control during a small arms engagement in West Rashid, Jan. 22.“Black Lions,” of Company B, 1st Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment, were hunting for three men believed to have been firing at them, when two men attempting to flee the cordon entered a house occupied by MND-B Soldiers. One of the men was positively identified at the scene as a known sniper, while the other is an alleged extremist. The suspected sniper and extremist were taken to a Coalition Detention Facility for further questions. This is part of Multi-National Division-Baghdad Soldiers’ on going offensive operations in support of Operation Phantom Phoenix, to kill or capture al-Qaeda and Shia/Sunni extremists to deny them rest and sanctuary in Baghdad and the surrounding rural areas. Iraqi citizens’ tips lead Iraqi Security Forces, U.S. Special
Haditha SWAT detains four suspects BALAD, Iraq – The Haditha Special Weapons and Tactics team, trained by U.S. Special Operations Forces, conducted its first solo operation in Barwanah Jan. 21,detaining four suspects. “The Haditha SWAT team became operational only one month ago,” said the detachment unit commander in charge of their training. “Despite that, team members used their training and worked as if they had been together for years.” The SWAT team had been on four other operations with U.S. Special Operations Forces acting as advisers, but had not completed an operation as a single unit. The Jan. 21 operation was the first where the team collected intelligence and performed the raid independently. During the raid, SWAT members detained four individuals and confiscated material used to make improvised explosive devices. Al-Qaeda in Iraq networks disrupted; one killed, 19 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed one terrorist and detained 1
At last it looks like we have a good chance of seeing more
movement in the California real estate market this year.
Earlier this week, Governor Schwarzenegger put his support behind
the proposition to increase the conforming loan limits to
$625,000 for California home loans in a letter to President Bush.
Yesterday, Bush announced his support of increasing the
conforming loan amount to $625,000 as part of his $150 billion
stimulus package. The expectation is that the Stimulus Bill will
be fast-tracked through Congress as early as next week and this
will quickly be followed by Senate approval.
This means that the conforming limit for California home loans
could be increased to $625,000 as soon as next month.
The effect on many potential home buyers as a result of this
increase will be significant. First of all, it should create
impetus among first-time home buyers who will now be able to
afford to get into the home ownership market. And remember tha
Coalition disrupts al-Qaeda in Iraq operating in Diyala, 15 terrorists killed BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed 15 terrorists Tuesday and today during operations targeting al-Qaeda networks north of Baqubah. During an operation Tuesday, Coalition forces conducted an operation targeting an alleged leader for the al-Qaeda in Iraq network operating in the Diyala province. The targeted individual is believed to be an improvised explosive device specialist involved in coordinating IED and suicide-vest attacks in the region. Reports also indicate the targeted individual has ties to several al-Qaeda in Iraq senior leaders. As Coalition forces arrived in the target area, they observed several individuals reach for their weapons. Coalition forces fired warning shots in an attempt to get the men to cease their actions, but they did not comply. Perceiving hostile intent from the armed men, Coalition forces engaged, killing two terrorists, to include the wanted individua
Coalition forces capture Special Groups leader, criminal network facilitator; detain total of four suspects BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces captured a suspected Special Groups leader, a criminal network facilitator and detained two other suspects early this morning during operations in the Qasirin area, north of Baghdad. The initial targeted individual was reportedly a criminal network facilitator who gathered intelligence against Coalition and Iraqi forces and provided financial support to Special Groups members throughout the Diyala province. He allegedly specialized in electronics and surveillance capabilities to support criminal activity. The wanted individual was also reported to be an associate of several other senior-level criminal element leaders involved in attacks on Coalition forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target location, where they captured the wanted individual and detained one other suspected criminal without incident. Coalition forces also discov
Coalition significantly disrupts al-Qaeda networks: two killed; 18 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed two terrorists and detained 18 suspects Monday during operations targeting al-Qaeda networks in central and northern Iraq. Intelligence reports led Coalition forces west of Muqdadiyah to an alleged al-Qaeda in Iraq meeting location and weapons cache. The target area was assessed to be associated with the individuals recently killed during an operation Jan. 18 for their involvement in the terrorist network in the northeast Diyala River Valley region. As the ground force called for the occupants of the target building to come out, two armed terrorists maneuvered toward them. Perceiving hostile intent from the armed men, Coalition forces engaged, killing the two terrorists. As the ground force cleared the area, they discovered a weapons cache which they safely destroyed, along with a building assessed to be used for terrorist activity. T
Iraqi Security Forces detain ten in separate operations BAGHDAD – Iraqi Special Operations Forces, advised by U.S. Special Forces, detained an improvised explosive device cell leader and six other suspects in Mosul Jan. 15. The suspects are believed to be responsible for numerous improvised explosive device attacks against Iraqi and Coalition Forces in Mosul. In a separate operation, an Iraqi Emergency Response Unit with U.S. Special Forces as advisors, detained three members of an al-Qaeda in Iraq terrorist cell during a Jan. 16 raid in Baghdad. The suspected terrorists are believed to be responsible for purchasing weapons and improvised explosive device materials for attacks against Iraqi and Coalition Forces. MND-B Soldiers find cache, arrest suspected extremist BAGHDAD – Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers found a cache and arrested a suspected extremist during ongoing security operations in the Rashid District of the Iraqi capital Jan. 16. Just after
Operation Phantom Phoenix air strikes take out al-Qaeda training area (Arab Jabour) BAGHDAD – Air strikes dropped 10,000 pounds of munitions Jan. 16 on bunkers in Arab Jabour used by al-Qaeda as training sites for new recruits. Intelligence led the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga. to the location of the AQI bunkers. Air Force B-1 Bombers dropped 19 GBU-31s on the site. South of Zambraniyah, Soldiers from the 6th Squadron, 8th Cavalry Regt., 4th BCT, 3rd Inf. Div. found two booby-trapped houses while on a foot patrol. Air support was called by 6-8 Cav. to destroy the houses. Navy F-18 jets dropped a 500-pound bomb on each of the houses. Operation Marne Thunderbolt, a part of the country-wide Operation Phantom Phoenix, continues to relentlessly pursue al-Qaeda and other extremists elements operating south of Baghdad. Coalition forces conduct air strike on al-Qaeda meeting, four terrorists killed BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces k
Coalition forces capture criminal element network facilitator BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces captured a suspected criminal network facilitator early today during operations to disrupt criminal element networks in the Baghdad area. The targeted individual reportedly trained criminals to perform attacks on Coalition and Iraqi forces. He allegedly facilitated the training of numerous criminals in guerilla warfare. The wanted individual was also reported to be an associate of several other senior-level criminal element leaders who were involved in attacks on Coalition forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target location where they captured the wanted individual without incident. Al-Qaeda operations in northern Iraq disrupted; two killed, 17 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed two terrorists and detained 17 suspects today during operations targeting al-Qaeda networks in northern Iraq. In Bi’aj, Coalition forces conducted an operation targeti
Coalition forces degrade al-Qaeda networks; three terrorists killed, four detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed three terrorists and detained four suspects today during operations targeting al-Qaeda networks in central and northern Iraq. During an operation west of Muqdadiyah, Coalition forces targeted a known al-Qaeda in Iraq meeting location for the network operating in the northeast Diyala River Valley region. As the ground force arrived in the target area, an armed terrorist engaged them from a building the rooftop. Responding in self-defense, Coalition forces engaged and killed him. Continuing to clear the target area, the ground force entered one of the buildings and encountered two armed men. Coalition forces engaged the perceived hostile force, killing the terrorists. Inside the building, the ground force discovered a weapons cache which included several machine guns and magazines, grenades, a mortar and military style assault vests. Coalition forces assesse
Coalition forces detain two suspects, disrupt criminal networks BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained two suspected criminals early today during operations to disrupt criminal element networks in the Suwayrah area, south of Baghdad. Coalition forces were targeting an individual who reportedly received mortar and rocket propelled grenade training for use in attacks against Coalition and Iraqi forces. The wanted individual was also reportedly an associate of several other senior-level criminal element leaders who were involved in attacks on Coalition forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target location where they detained the two suspected criminals without incident. The identity of the suspects is still being determined. Tip leads MND-North Soldiers to extremist car bomb factory and large cache SAMARRA, Iraq – Multi-National Division – North Soldiers discovered a car bomb factory, terrorist command cell and large cache in the western desert of Salah
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Operation Phantom Phoenix: Pursuit of al–Qaeda continues TIKRIT, Iraq – Operation Iron Harvest – a division-level operation in support of Multi-National Corps – Iraq’s Operation Phantom Phoenix – continues to pursue al Qaeda across four provinces of northern Iraq. Within the first week of the operation, Coalition Forces and Iraqi Security Forces have detained 193 suspected extremists, killed 60 suspected extremists and found 79 weapons caches. These caches included over 10,000 rounds of small arms ammunition, over 2,000 heavy machine gun rounds, over 4,000 pounds of home-made explosives, over 300 pounds of TNT, approximately 100 improvised explosive devices in various stages, over 300 blasting caps, over 50 pressure plates, over 2,000 feet of detonation cord and many other items. Finding these caches continues to reduce extremists’ ability to attack CF, ISF and Iraqi civilians. The discovery of 4,000 pounds of homemade explosives takes away the enemy’s ability to
Coalition forces targets foreign terrorists, propaganda and IED cells; 13 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained 13 suspected terrorists Saturday and today during operations targeting al-Qaeda networks in central and northern Iraq. During an operation north of Taji Saturday, Coalition forces captured a suspected terrorist believed to be associated with a senior level al-Qaeda in Iraq foreign terrorist facilitator. Reports indicate the suspect was heavily involved in the terrorist network operating that is responsible for the flow of foreign terrorists and the facilitation of money and weapons into Iraq. Additionally, the suspect is alleged to have close ties to the car-bombing network operating in the Karkh area of Baghdad. The wanted individual identified himself to the ground force and was subsequently detained, along with seven suspected terrorists. During a separate operation nearby, Coalition forces detained one suspected terrorist while targeting an addi
Coalition forces targets al-Qaeda networks in Baghdad, Mosul; 15 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained 15 suspected terrorists today and Friday during operations targeting al Qaeda networks in central and northern Iraq. In Baghdad today, Coalition forces captured a suspected terrorist reportedly associated with the facilitation of explosive materials, vehicles and suicide bombers for use in terrorist operations throughout the capital city. The individual is believed to be a direct contact of the suspect detained Jan. 10 for his role in the network and his association with foreign terrorist facilitators, and al-Qaeda in Iraq and Ansar al-Sunna leadership. In addition to the wanted individual, the ground force detained two suspected terrorists on site. Farther north in Mosul, Coalition forces detained 12 suspected terrorists today and Friday during coordinated operations targeting associates of al-Qaeda in Iraq media cells and senior leaders. Iraqi Soldiers
Coalition forces capture Special Groups facilitator, disrupt criminal networks BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces captured a suspected Special Groups facilitator early Thursday during operations to disrupt criminal element networks in the Baghdad area.The targeted individual reportedly facilitated the training of numerous criminals in the use and construction of explosively formed penetrators in the Khan Bani Said area and in Baghdad. He was reportedly a weapons facilitator and arranged for the transportation and storage of EFPs and rocket propelled grenades. The wanted individual was also reported to be an associate of several other senior-level criminal element leaders who were involved in attacks on Coalition forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target location where they captured the wanted individual without incident. Coalition targets al-Qaeda leadership, media networks; two killed, 11 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed two terrorists a
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Iraqi Air Force Training School graduates 116 new warrant officers TAJI, Iraq – The Iraqi Air Force Training School graduated 116 new warrant officers from its basic military training course held in Taji Jan 8. Iraqi Air Force Gen. Kamal, Iraqi Air Force commanding general and U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Bob Allardice, Coalition Air Force Transition Team commanding general and U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Bash, were in attendance. The course lasted 60 days and focused on basic military training and professional military education. This day also marked a first for the training school, as this was the first graduating class to be taught by Iraqi Air Force officers during their training. From the basic military training course, the graduates will continue their training with technical training in the fundamentals of aircraft maintenance, also held in Taji. Air strike engages suspected IED emplacers during Operation Phantom Phoenix BAQUBA, Iraq – Coalition Fo
UPDATE: Coalition forces positively identify terrorist killed in operation Dec. 25 BAGHDAD, Iraq – A terrorist killed during an operation Dec. 25 has been positively identified as Haydar al-Afri. Haydar al-Afri, also known as Imad Abd al-Karim, was a senior al-Qaeda in Iraq leader for the western region of Mosul, and a close associate of several terrorist senior leaders in northern Iraq. Haydar was involved in facilitating resources and planning attacks against Iraqi and Coalition forces. Haydar was killed during a Coalition forces operation in Mosul Dec. 25. During the operation, Coalition forces were engaged on two separate occasions by armed men as they attempted to clear target buildings in the area. The men charged at the Coalition forces’ position, and the ground force engaged the enemy, killing four terrorists. As the ground force continued to clear the area, they were engaged by machine gun fire and grenades from underneath one of the structures. Responding in self-
Coalition forces capture Special Groups leader; detain four suspects BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces captured a suspected Special Groups leader and detained three other suspects early today during operations to disrupt criminal networks in the Baghdad area. The targeted individual was reportedly a Baghdad Special Groups leader who facilitated the training of numerous criminals in activities including murders and kidnappings. The wanted individual was also reported to be an associate of other senior-level criminal element leaders involved in attacks on Coalition forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target area where they captured the wanted individual and the three other suspected criminals without incident. Coalition forces disrupt al-Qaeda in Iraq operations; three killed; 28 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed three terrorists and detained 28 suspects yesterday and today during operations targeting al-Qaeda in Iraq networks in central and
Adhamiyah Iraqi Security Volunteers find weapons caches BAGHDAD – Local Iraqi Security Volunteers discovered two large weapons caches Dec. 29 in Baghdad’s Adhamiyah neighborhood, adding to a spike in the number of weapons caches found since the ISV began operating in November. The two new discoveries bring the total number of weapons caches found to 48 since early November when volunteers first began manning checkpoints and other guard positions in Adhamiyah. The latest in a series of discoveries began Dec. 29, when volunteers manning a checkpoint position discovered a buried cache containing more than 85 57mm anti-aircraft projectiles. The volunteers notified U.S. Soldiers from the regiment, who responded to transport the weapons to a safe location. Less than two hours later, another group of volunteers reported finding a cache buried in an open area behind the cemetery of the Abu Hanifa Mosque. The cache consisted of 20 anti-personnel mines, three 152mm projectiles, and on
Local tip leads Iraqi SWAT to weapons cache MUQDADIYAH, Iraq – Iraqi Police discovered a weapons cache after receiving a tip from local citizens in Muqdadiyah Jan. 4. Thirteen mortars of various sizes, including two 60 mm mortars, several rockets, ammunition of different calibers, an anti-tank mine, initiators, propellants and other bomb-making materials were confiscated. The cache was found in a suspected extremist’s home. Several makeshift attack, observation and sniper positions were found littered with shell casings. Upon further investigation of the area, several barrels were unearthed revealing more ammunition and a machine gun. Soldiers of the 293rd Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 18th MP Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division assisted the IPs in finding the cache and conducting searches of the area. Multiple caches found, destroyed by Coalition forces FORWARD OPERATING BASE HAMMER, Iraq – Multiple weapons caches were seized and destroyed by the 3rd
Coalition forces disrupt al-Qaeda networks in Diyala, Mosul; two killed, 12 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed two terrorists and detained 12 suspects today during operations targeting al-Qaeda in central and northern Iraq. Coalition forces conducted two coordinated operations north of Muqdadiyah targeting associates of the al-Qaeda in Iraq network operating in the northeast Diyala River Valley region. The targeted individuals are associated with the leader allegedly responsible for directing a large terrorist group that conducts executions in the region. Intelligence reports indicate the group recently executed two people and has been engaged in numerous fire fights with Coalition forces over the last few weeks. During one of the operations, the ground force engaged and killed two terrorists. In a separate operation, a man displayed what appeared to be fresh wounds from a previous engagement. He was treated on site and subsequently d
AQI safe house destroyed, 5 detained (Zambraniyah) FORWARD OPERATING BASE KASLU, Iraq – Apache aviators destroyed an al-Qaeda in Iraq safe houses in the Zambraniyah area Jan. 1. While on a patrol, Soldiers from Troop B, 6th Squadron, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, encountered small arms fire and indirect fire from a house. An AH-64 Apache helicopter from the 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, 3rd Inf. Div. engaged the house with a hellfire missile. The engagement resulted in one enemy killed, one enemy wounded, one local Iraqi wounded and five suspected al-Qaeda members detained. A second Apache destroyed an improvised explosive device discovered by a local Iraqi in the area. He reported the IED to Soldiers of the 6-8 Cav., Reg. operationally attached to 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Inf. Div. and Soldiers of the 5th Battalion, 4th Brigade, 6th Iraqi Army Division. The IED was believed to be placed in the man’s house by al-Qaeda. Iraqi Ar
Coalition targets al-Qaeda networks in Diyala, Samarra; three killed; 11 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed three terrorists and detained 11 suspects Tuesday and Wednesday during operations targeting al-Qaeda in central and northern Iraq. In continued efforts to disrupt terrorist operations in the northeast Diyala River Valley region, Coalition forces conducted an operation north of Muqdadiyah Tuesday targeting associates of the network operating in the area. Intelligence reports indicate a group of individuals executed a man earlier in the day and were later observed in the target area. Coalition forces detained four suspected terrorists during the operation for their alleged involvement in the network. North of Jalula Wednesday, Coalition forces captured a wanted individual believed to be involved in the facilitation of foreign terrorists and weapons for Ansar al Sunna groups operating in Kirkuk. Reports indicate he is associated with several
Coalition forces capture Special Groups leader; disrupt criminal element network BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces captured a suspected Special Groups leader during operations to disrupt criminal element networks today in the Al-Husayniyah area. The targeted individual was reportedly the Special Groups recruiter for the Karbala Province. He allegedly helped facilitate the training of numerous criminals in activities including explosively formed penetrators, improvised explosive devices, operational security and computer security training. He is assessed as an associate of several other senior-level criminal element leaders who were involved in attacks on Coalition forces. When Coalition forces approached the target area, an unidentified man exited a building and displayed hostile intent. The unidentified man ignored verbal and visual warnings to cease movement. Responding in self defense, ground forces engaged the unidentified man, wounding him. The Coalition f
Coalition forces disrupt al-Qaeda in Iraq operations; six killed, 14 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed six terrorists and detained 14 suspects Saturday and today during operations targeting al-Qaeda in central and northern Iraq. During an operation north of Muqdadiyah Saturday, Coalition forces targeted associates of the al-Qaeda network operating in the northeast Diyala River Valley region. Reports indicate the individuals are associated with the group that has been involved in numerous firefights with Coalition forces over the past few weeks. The presence of the wanted individuals was confirmed in the target area and supporting aircraft engaged the time-sensitive target, killing one terrorist. Coalition forces then continued their approach and were engaged by enemy fire. The ground force returned fire, killing three terrorists. While clearing the area, the ground force discovered numerous weapons, including several machine guns, military style assault ves
Coalition forces target criminal networks; detain six suspects BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained six suspected Special Groups criminal element members Saturday during operations to disrupt terrorist networks in southern Iraq. During an operation in the Ad Daghgharah area, Coalition forces targeted a suspected Special Groups leader and projectile weapons trainer who allegedly specialized in rocket propelled grenade (RPG) and mortar attacks against Coalition forces. The wanted individual was also reportedly an associate of several other senior-level criminal element leaders who were involved in attacks on Coalition forces. Intelligence led ground forces to the target area, where they detained six suspected criminals without incident. The identities of the six suspects are still being determined. Coalition forces disrupt al-Qaeda in Iraq operations; three killed, 34 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed three terrorists and detained 34 suspects Sa
Coalition forces disrupt al-Qaeda in Iraq operations; five killed, 14 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed five terrorists and detained 14 suspects today during operations targeting al-Qaeda in central and northern Iraq. During an operation north of Muqdadiyah, Coalition forces targeted associates of the al-Qaeda in Iraq network operating in the northeast region of the Diyala River Valley. Reports indicate the individuals are associated with the group of terrorists involved in numerous engagements with Coalition forces during recent operations in the region. When the ground force arrived in the target area, the occupants were requested to come out of the building. Four armed men fled the building and maneuvered into nearby palm groves. Supporting aircraft was called to engage the armed men, killing four terrorists. Once Coalition forces cleared the area, they found that each of the men had been armed with a machine gun, military style assault vest and multiple gren
Coalition forces disrupt al-Qaeda networks in Diyala; 12 killed, 37 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed 12 terrorists, detained 37 suspects and freed one hostage during a multi-day operation Dec. 22 to 25 to disrupt al-Qaeda networks near Muqdadiyah in the Diyala River Valley. Coalition forces returned to an area where recent operations indicated an al-Qaeda in Iraq network was operating. A recent operation resulted in the discovery of nine weapons caches, mass graves and a torture complex. During the four-day operation, Coalition forces were involved in multiple engagements with groups of armed men, resulting in 12 terrorists killed and 37 suspects detained. On Sunday, a local citizen led the ground force to what they assessed to be a terrorist medical facility, complete with surgical equipment, numerous medical supplies and medication. Also in the compound, Coalition forces discovered ammunition, maps of the area, and a set of instructions on making improvised e
Coalition forces target terrorist facilitators, suicide bombers; 13 killed, 27 detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces killed 13 terrorists and detained 27 suspects Monday and today during operations targeting al-Qaeda in central and northern Iraq. During a series of operations south of Samarra Monday and today, Coalition forces targeted an alleged senior level foreign terrorist facilitator for al-Qaeda in Iraq. The targeted individual is also believed to be responsible for the facilitation of weapons and finances and involved in suicide-bombing operations, some of which include female operatives. Acting on intelligence reports, Coalition forces targeted a location where the individual was believed to be operating and called supporting aircraft to engage. Four individuals emerged from the target area and attempted to evade capture. As Coalition forces approached one of the individuals, the suspect detonated a suicide vest, killing himself. The ground force then located two o
Coalition forces disrupt criminal element network; two armed men killed, two suspects detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained two suspected criminals and killed two armed men during operations to disrupt criminal element networks early today in the Al Kut area, southeast of Baghdad. The targeted individual was reportedly a Special Groups leader responsible for attacks against Coalition forces and its supporters. He allegedly received training on urban combat tactics and explosives, including Explosively Formed Penetrators (EFP) and Improvised Explosive Devices (IED). The wanted individual is believed to have conducted surveillance against Coalition forces in order to plan attacks against them. He was also reportedly an associate of several other senior-level criminal element leaders who were involved in attacks on Coalition forces. When Coalition forces approached the target area, two armed men maneuvered against them displaying hostile intent. Responding in se
Coalition forces target al-Qaeda networks in Diyala, 12 suspects detained BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition forces detained 12 suspected terrorists today during operations targeting al-Qaeda networks in the Diyala River Valley region and northern Iraq. Coalition forces conducted a series of coordinated operations north of Muqdadiyah targeting alleged associates of the network operating in the northeast Diyala River Valley region. One of the targeted individuals is believed to be involved in terrorist media and propaganda operations and a direct associate of senior leadership in the network. During one of the operations, the ground force detained five suspected terrorists and found a cache of weapons and explosive materials. Local citizens informed Coalition forces that one of the buildings was believed to be rigged with explosives. Once the target area was secure, the ground force called for supporting aircraft to engage the perceived threat, destroying two buildings and the weap
Iraqi Police uncover major weapons cache KIRKUK, Iraq – Iraqi Police uncovered a major weapons cache in the Kirkuk province of Iraq Dec. 18. The discovery was made during a series of pre-dawn raids at suspected cache sites. Iraqi Police led the operation in the town of Ruwadah, approximately 25 miles west of Kirkuk City. The operation was named “Kura Azakan” (The Brave Men) by General Sarhadt, outer Hawijah district police chief, because Coalition Forces and Iraqi Police had not been in the area recently and because the Iraqi Police had gone in without Coalition presence. More than 300 Iraqi Police officers from Dibbis, Sagaron, Tarkalan, Altun Kopri and Schawn took part in the operation, which was conducted using 32 Iraqi Police vehicles. At one of the sites, Iraqi Police discovered one of the largest caches in recent Kirkuk province history. Included in the cache were approximately: 65 grenades, 83 rocket propelled grenades, 1,800 fuses, 1,060 mortar rounds, 250 var
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