Afghan and Coalition forces target Haqqani network in Khost Published Nov. 19, 2008 By U.S. Forces Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan -- Afghan and Coalition forces detained one suspected militant during a combined operation targeting the Haqqani terrorist network in Khost, Tuesday. The combined force searched a compound in Khost district, targeting a militant known to be in direct contact with senior Haqqani leaders who finance and facilitate terrorist activities in the region. A search of the compound revealed one rifle, pistol and magazine.