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ISF lead in successful operations

May- 3-2005 » Filed Under: 1/25 SBCT

(TFF Press Release)

MOSUL, IRAQ (May 3, 2005) – Iraqi Security Forces and Multi-National Forces from 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division (Stryker Brigade Combat Team) detained 15 suspected terrorists and seized a number of weapons during operations in northern Iraq Monday.

Troops from the 3rd Brigade Iraqi Commandoes and 106th Battalion, 21st Brigade Iraqi Army alongside Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment detained 12 individuals suspected of terrorist activity during a cordon and search operation in central Mosul. The units also seized 13 AK-47s in the operation. Suspects are in custody with no ISF or MNF injuries reported. Weapons were confiscated for future destruction.

Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 8th Field Artillery Regiment detained three individuals suspected of terrorist activities at a checkpoint southwest of Tal Afar. They also seized three sniper rifles, eight hand grenades, and a blasting cap from the individuals’ vehicle. Soldiers from the 2-8th also discovered a weapons cache while conducting a search operation northwest of Tal Afar. Soldiers from the 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment seized 20 anti-tank mines during a search operation in eastern Mosul. Suspects are in custody with no MNF injuries reported. Weapons were confiscated for future destruction.

Coordinated efforts between Iraqi Security Forces, Multi-National Forces and concerned citizens who provide tips for Security Forces have resulted in a trend toward improved security. Anyone with information on anti-Iraqi insurgent activities should call the Joint Coordination Center’s telephone numbers at 513462 or 07701623300.


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