Afghan and Coalition forces killed several suspected militants and wounded another early this morning [September 4 2007] during an operation in Ghazni.
The forces suspected Taliban militants were hiding in an area of Qarabagh District.
During the course of operations, the forces were engaged by small arms fire and rocket propelled grenades. The forces returned fire, using precision munitions as necessary, resulting in the death of several militants who were armed and wearing ammunition vests. Mines were also found on-site.
“Militants who engage our combined forces are fighting a losing battle,” said Army Maj. Chris Belcher, a CJTF-82 spokesman.
Three men were also detained and will be questioned as to their involvement in extremist activities. One detainee was wounded and was treated on-site.
There were no indications of injuries or deaths to non-combatants. Some damage was done to buildings and fields.
