Release A050630a
Operation Sword continues in Hit
Multi-National Force-Iraq
AR RAMADI, Iraq – Marines, Sailors and Soldiers from Regimental Combat Team-2, comprised of elements of 2nd Marine Regiment and 2nd Brigade Combat Team of the 2nd Marine Division along with Iraq Security Forces continue conducting security operations along the Euphrates River between the cities of Haditha and Hit.
Operation Sword, known as Saif in Arabic, began early June 28 and is currently focusing on clearing insurgents and foreign fighters from the city of Hit .
Thirteen men suspected of having insurgent ties have been detained.
The majority of the units are conducting cordon and knock operations in and around Hit, approximately 100 miles northwest of Baghdad .
Several hundred mortar and artillery rounds have been discovered as well as explosives, rifles, a machine gun and various bomb-making materials. Two hidden and operable roadside bombs were also discovered in Hit.
No major battles or air strikes have occurred. Basic utilities have not been disrupted, nor has access to medical treatment for the citizens of Hit.
Operations to rid the city of insurgents and foreign fighters who intimidate the populace continue.
More information on the operation will be released as it becomes available.
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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS RELEASE, CONTACT 2ND MARINE DIVISION PUBLIC AFFAIRS. PoolJS@gcemnf-wiraq.usmc.mil
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