Iraqi Army Detains Two al-Qaeda Cell Leaders near Baghdad

Iraqi units are stepping up and have captured two al-Qaeda cell leaders.

BAGHDAD – Iraqi Army Forces detained two suspected Al Qaeda cell leaders during an operation June 24 south of Baghdad.

The two detainees are involved in improvised explosive device attacks on Iraqi and Coalition Forces, death squad activities against local civilians, housing foreign fighters, transporting weapons and running a medical clinic for wounded terrorists. Iraqi Forces detained six other individuals found at the targeted residence. They also confiscated weapons and a large amount of currency at the scene.

With coalition advisers present for support, Iraqi Forces detained their primary suspects without incident. This operation is aimed at disrupting terrorist networks in Jihad-Shurta areas and attacks against Iraqi and Coalition Forces.

Another terror leader is off the streets and his replacement won't be out there much longer either. Good job boys!