Coalition forces target IED networks in eastern Afghanistan Published Sept. 28, 2008 By Combined Joint Task Force - 101 Combined Press Information Center BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan -- Coalition forces killed six armed militants and detained eight suspected militants during multiple operations in eastern Afghanistan to disrupt terrorist networks and deny them sanctuary, Saturday. In Andar District, Coalition forces targeted a Taliban commander known to resource, coordinate and direct IED attacks against civilians, the Government of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and Coalition forces. He is also believed to facilitate the movement of foreign militant fighters into the Khowst region. The force detained one suspected militant during the operation. Coalition forces also targeted a Haqqani sub commander in Sabari District responsible for planning and conducting IED attacks. As Coalition forces entered the targeted compound, they were engaged by multiple armed militants. Coalition forces returned fire, killing one. The other militants exited the compound and began firing on the force, again. The force pursued the militants and engaged them with small-arms fire, killing two. A third militant was killed after engaging Coalition forces from a firing position in an open field. Two civilians injured during the battle received treatment by Coalition forces. A search of the buildings revealed multiple AK-47s, automatic weapons, dynamite, hand grenades, and military style clothing. The items were destroyed to prevent future use. Seven suspected militants were detained during the operation. In Waghez District, Ghazni province, Coalition forces killed two militants while targeting a Taliban commander known to facilitate the movement of foreign fighters into Afghanistan. A search of the militants yielded multiple grenades, blasting caps, rocket-propelled grenades and military style clothing.