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Multi-National Forces detain seven
MOSUL,
Iraq
- Multi-National Forces from 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division
(Stryker Brigade Combat Team) detained six individuals in northern
Iraq yesterday.
Soldiers of the 2nd Brigade, 8th
Field Artillery Regiment detained three suspected terrorists in Al
Huriyah. Suspects are in custody with no
MNF injuries reported.
Soldiers from the 3rd Brigade, 21st Infantry Regiment conducted a
cordon and search which led to the detainment of two suspected
terrorists. Suspects are in custody with no MNF injuries reported.
Soldiers of the 2nd Brigade, 14th Cavalry Regiment detained two
individuals for curfew violation. Suspects are in custody with no MNF
injuries reported.
Iraqi Security Force and Multi-National Force operations in the
Ninewa
Province and the
Mosul
area resulted in a safe election day during which thousands of Iraqi
citizens exercised their right to vote, influenced their future, and
proved the insurgents to be in the minority. Since January 5 Iraqi
Security Forces and Multi-National Forces have detained 404
individuals and confiscated numerous weapons and munitions.
Multi-National Forces from Task
Force Freedom continue to work together with members of Iraqi Security
Forces, leaders and citizens of Iraq to help build and maintain a
prosperous and democratic nation. Anyone with information on
anti-Iraqi insurgent minority activities should call the Joint
Coordination Center's telephone numbers at 513462 or 07701623300.
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