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(TFF Press Release)
MOSUL, IRAQ (April 27, 2005) – Iraqi Security Forces and Multi-National Forces from 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division (Stryker Brigade Combat Team) detained 17 suspected terrorists and seized a number of weapons during operations in northern Iraq today and Tuesday.
Iraqi Security Force troops alongside Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment detained eight individuals suspected of terrorist activity during a cordon and search operation in southeastern Mosul today. Troops from the 101st Battalion, 21st Brigade Iraqi Army detained five individuals suspected of terrorist activity during a cordon and search operation in northern Mosul Tuesday. All suspects are in custody with no ISF or MNF injuries reported.
Soldiers from 2nd Squadron, 14th Cavalry Regiment detained three individuals suspected of terrorist activity during a cordon and search in southwestern Mosul Tuesday. In another operation Soldiers from the 2-14th detained one individual suspected of terrorist activity and seized a weapons cache during a cordon and search operation in Tal Afar today. The cache included two rocket propelled grenade launchers, three RPG rounds, and three hand grenades. All suspects are in custody with no MNF injuries reported. The weapons were confiscated for future destruction.
Soldiers form 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment seized a weapons cache during a search operation in western Mosul Tuesday. The cache included numerous bomb casing and artillery casings. The weapons were confiscated for future destruction.
Iraqi citizens have greatly contributed to the success of ISF and MNF operations in northern Iraq. The number of citizen tips has risen a great deal in recent months and weeks.