BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan – Six suspected insurgents were detained Feb. 29 during an Afghan National Security and Coalition forces operation in Zabul province to disrupt Taliban command and control networks.
     The joint force performed a search of compounds in the Deh Chopan district targeting a Taliban commander with ties to Taliban support networks and weapons facilitation operations in the area.
     Afghan and Coalition forces found and detained six individuals with suspected links to insurgent networks while conducting their search. The detainees will be questioned on their involvement in Taliban operations as well as other extremist activities.
    “The combined efforts of ANSF and Coalition forces are effecting Taliban leadership’s command and control abilities,” said Army Maj. Chris Belcher, a Coalition spokesman. “The degradation of insurgent networks along with reconstruction and education efforts are key elements to a comprehensive approach by ANSF and Coalition forces to improve conditions.”