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Commando Kandaks capture IED cell commander in Khowst province

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  • By U.S. Forces Afghanistan
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan --  Last night, Afghan National Security forces, assisted by their Coalition partners, captured IED expert Badshah Khel in Sabari district, Khowst province. 

After receiving credible information from local Afghan officials, Afghan National Army Commandos conducted an early morning raid on Badshah Khel's compound and captured the insurgent within minutes of initiating the operation. 

During the operation no shots were fired and no non-combatants were harmed, highlighting the precision, professionalism and commitment of the Afghan Commandos.
Badshah Khel is one of the most active IED cell commanders in the area and responsible for numerous attacks against Coalition and Afghan National Security forces in the Khowst province.