TIPS LEAD TO CAPTURE OF SIX SUSPECTS IN EAST BAGHDAD

FORWARD OPERATING BASE LOYALTY, Iraq - Multi-National Division - Baghdad Soldiers captured six suspected insurgents during a cordon and search operation in eastern Baghdad June 30. Troops with Company A, 1st Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, attached to the 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, conducted the operation based on tips received from residents in the Kamaliyah neighborhood. Coalition Forces have reached out to Baghdad residents, encouraging them to turn in insurgents. All six suspects are being held for further questioning.

INSURGENT BOMB EMPLACEMENT STOPPED - 7/1/2007
BAGHDAD - During clearing operations in the Rashid District on the city's south side, Multinational Division - Baghdad Soldiers stopped extremists from planting improvised explosive devices and engaged enemy forces, killing six and wounding three others in a series of incidents June 28-29. During late night operations June 28, near Dora, troops from Company D, 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division, operating in Baghdad with the 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, witnessed a middle-aged man digging in an area of a previous bomb attack, while two others provided security. The patrol engaged them, wounding two. A third wounded insurgent was brought to a local hospital by troops from 3rd Battalion, 1st Brigade, 3rd Iraqi Army Division after he was dropped off at a checkpoint by other Civilians. He later died of his wounds at the hospital. Later that night, troops from Co. A, 2-12 Inf., detained another middle-aged male found digging a hole along concrete barriers. He was detained for further questioning. Early on the morning of June 29, Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry (Stryker) Regiment engaged three armed insurgents, killing all three. Iraqi Police responded 30 minutes later, taking the weapons and identification from the bodies.
Also that morning, troops from the 130th Engineer Battalion, began taking fire during a route clearance mission from a window of a two-story building. A gunner with the unit positively identified the shooters, returned fire and killed both insurgents. That afternoon elements of the 1st Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment "Black Lions," witnessed a man walking along a street carrying a handgun. When the patrol stopped to question him, he opened fire causing the Black Lions to return fire hitting him in the hand and stomach. He was taken to a Coalition medical treatment facility and will be held for further questioning. Under Iraqi law, civilians are allowed one AK-47 assault rifle and a 30-round magazine in their homes for protection. Hand guns and carrying weapons on the street are prohibited.

SUSPECTED SECRET CELL TERRORISTS DETAINED BY COALITION FORCES- 7/1/2007
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Coalition Forces detained three suspected secret cell terrorists before dawn on Sunday in North Adamiya near Sadr City. It is believed that the suspected terrorists have close ties to Iranian terror networks. No shots were fired when Coalition Forces conducted a precision raid to capture or kill terrorists suspected of facilitating the flow of lethal aid into Iraq. Intelligence reports indicate that the suspected terrorists targeted during the raid are associated with key leaders in the secret cell terrorist network and have ties to Iran. It is also believed that the suspected terrorists are responsible for numerous attacks on Iraqi civilians as well as Iraqi and Coalition Forces in Baghdad. The individuals are also suspected of recruiting Iraqis to fill the ranks of Iranian terror groups operating in Iraq. "Secret cell networks continue to flow explosives, weapons, and aid to extremists in Iraq," said Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, MNF-I spokesperson. "Our continued dismantling of the secret cell networks demonstrates our resolve to go after all groups that use violence to attempt to impose their will on the Iraqi people."


COALITION FORCES DETAIN 14, DESTROY TWO BOMB CACHES- 7/1/2007
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Coalition Forces detained 14 suspected terrorists during Sunday morning operations in Ninewa and Anbar provinces targeting al-Qaeda in Iraq senior leaders and their operatives. In Mosul, Coalition Forces captured an alleged al-Qaeda in Iraq senior leader and three other suspected terrorists during an early morning raid. The alleged senior leader is believed to be responsible for directing rocket attacks. Coalition Forces raided two buildings in Karmah looking for a suspected al-Qaeda in Iraq leader. On scene, the ground forces detained two men who had a stash of grenades and found two weapons caches filled with explosive chemicals and bomb-making materials. A Coalition Forces explosives team safely destroyed the cache on site, and ground forces detained three more suspected terrorists there. Two more operations in Anbar province netted five suspected terrorists. Coalition Forces searched three buildings west of Tarmiyah looking for an al-Qaeda in Iraq cell leader and detained two individuals for their alleged involvement with the cell. Coalition Forces also raided two buildings west of Abu Ghraib targeting a terrorist believed to be involved in vehicle-borne improvised explosive device attacks against Coalition Forces and detained three suspected terrorists. "We're maintaining steady, deliberate momentum of capturing al-Qaeda in Iraq senior leaders and operatives," said Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, MNF-I spokesperson. "We will pursue al-Qaeda no matter where they go in Iraq and each capture is a detriment to their ability to operate."


ANOTHER SENIOR AL-QAEDA LEADER IDENTIFIED, KILLED - 6/30/2007
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Coalition Forces positively identified a high-level terrorist killed in an operation June 29 east of Fallujah.Abu 'Abd al-Rahman al-Masri, an Egyptian, was a known terrorist and senior leader in al-Qaeda. Intelligence reports indicate he worked directly for Abu Ayyub al-Masri, the military emir of al-Qaeda in Iraq, and is associated with other al-Qaeda in Iraq senior leaders.Intelligence reports further indicate he was assessed to be the current Shar'ia Emir of Radwaniyah, responsible for participating in terrorist courts and issuing fatwas. Abu 'Abd al-Rahman al-Masri fought with Abu Ayyub al-Masri in Afghanistan in 2002 and 2003, and later came to Iraq with him.Abu 'Abd al-Rahman al-Masri also fought in both battles of Fallujah, and was injured in one. He was detained for six months, but upon his release, he relocated to Syria. There, he began working with the network that facilitates the movement of foreign fighters into Iraq, and returned himself in late 2006.While Abu 'Abd al-Rahman al-Masri stayed in Iraq, his associates traveled to Pakistan and Afghanistan to personally discuss external planning with al-Qaeda senior leaders."Yet another foreign al-Qaeda terrorist has been removed from the al Qaeda network here in Iraq," said Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, MNF-I spokesperson. "This terrorist was a significant figure in the network and was only one step away from Abu Ayyub al-Masri. Iraqis are safer without his presence."Abu 'Abd al-Rahman Al-Masri was positively identified by several known associates and other detainees from this and previous operations.

AIRPOWER SUMMARY FOR JUNE 30 - 7/1/2007
SOUTHWEST ASIA — Coalition airpower supported Coalition ground forces in Iraq and the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan in the following operations June 30, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here.In Afghanistan, a U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II dropped a GBU-12 on a cave being used by insurgents near Qalat. The cave was destroyed by the weapon. Afterward, the pilot provided a show of force for a convoy with a disabled vehicle. The A-10s also provided overwatch for ground forces in the area.A French Air Force Mirage 2000 conducted a show of force expelling flares over enemies in a trench in Kajaki Dam. The show of force was reported as successful by the Joint Terminal Attack Controller.JTACs are highly trained U.S. Air Force and Coalition personnel who advise ground commanders on appropriate air power support, relay the ground commander’s intent to air power assets overhead and communicate with aircrews for precision engagement.Also in Kajaki Dam, U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles watched over a convoy with a disabled vehicle. Royal Air Force GR-7 Harrier bombed a tree line in Kajaki Dam with a general-purpose 540 pound bomb and multiple rockets. Enemy forces were reported to be hiding in the tree line.
In Sangin, an F-15E dropped multiple Guided Bomb Unit-38s on an insurgent compound and vehicle. There was a secondary explosion near the car indicating possible enemy weapons destruction.An A-10 dropped a GBU-12 on an enemy compound also in Sangin. The weapon impacted its target. The compound was targeted after friendly force took fire from the position.
A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer conducted a show of presence along a Coalition route in Sangin.
A-10s also dropped a GBU-12 and a general-purpose 500 pound bomb on an enemy compound in Garmsir. Both bombs were reported to have good effects.Also in Garmsir, other A-10s successfully conducted a show of force with multiple flares to disrupt any enemy activity in the area. In total, 38 close air support missions were flown in support of the International Security Assistance Force and Afghan security forces, reconstruction activities and route patrols. Ten U.S. Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance aircraft flew missions in support of operations in Afghanistan. Additionally, two Royal Air Force aircraft performed tactical reconnaissance.In Iraq, A-10s dropped GBU-12s on a building in Baquba. The bombs destroyed the building where insurgents were reportedly hiding. The A-10s then strafed enemy targets hiding in a palm grove with cannon rounds. Also in Baquba, a U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon dropped a GBU-12 on a house suspected of being set up with an improvised explosive device. The house was destroyed by the bomb. The pilots also watched over ground forces clearing a two block area.A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet provided a show of force with flares and provided overwatch to Coalition forces in Baghdad. The show of force was reported as successful by the JTAC. Other F-18s watched over suspicious activity in the area. Also in Baghdad, a Royal Air Force Tornado GR-4 provided close air support and reconnaissance for Coalition force in the area. Other GR-4s conducted a show of force over Yusufiyah as a deterrent to crowds forming around an IED explosion. The pilots also searched for a truck suspected of carrying a mortar team. F-16s watched over a police station struck by a suicide bomber in Al Muqdadiyah. Other F-16s looked for IED emplacers in Bayji. In Taji, F-16s conducted shows of force supporting ground forces in the area. The shows of force were reported as successful. The pilots also monitored Coalition raids. F-18s showed force over a suspected insurgent location in Basrah. The show of force was called successful by the JTAC. In total, Coalition aircraft flew 73 close air support missions for Operation Iraqi Freedom. These missions supported Coalition ground forces, protected key infrastructure, provided overwatch for reconstruction activities and helped to deter and disrupt terrorist activities. Sixteen Air Force and Navy ISR aircraft flew missions in support of operations in Iraq. Additionally, five Air Force and Navy fighter aircraft performed tactical reconnaissance. U.S. Air Force C-130s and C-17s provided intra-theater heavy airlift support, helping to sustain operations throughout Afghanistan, Iraq and the Horn of Africa. Approximately 160 airlift sorties were flown; more than 680 tons of cargo was delivered, and approximately more than 3,125 passengers were transported. This included approximately 11,000 pounds of troop re-supply air-dropped in Afghanistan – the equivalent of more than 110,000 golf balls. Coalition C-130 crews from Australia and Iraq flew in support of operations in Afghanistan or Iraq. On June 29, U.S. Air Force, Royal Air Force aerial refueling crews flew 51 sorties and off-loaded approximately 2.9 million pounds of fuel to 249 receiving aircraft. The weight is equivalent to 109 conventional school buses.

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SOLDIERS CHARGED WITH PREMEDITATED MURDER
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16 SUSPECTED OF ATTACKS AGAINST COALITION AND IRAQI FORCES DETAINED
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ANA AND COALITION FORCES CONTINUE CLEARING TALIBAN FROM HELMAND RIVER AREA
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LOCAL TIP LEADS COALITION FORCES TO MASS GRAVE
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JIONT CHIEFS OF STAFF, CENTCOM AND MNF-I CHAPLAINS VISIT TASK FORCE 3RD MEDICAL COMMAND
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SOLDIERS RETURN TO EAST BAGHDAD PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL FOLLOWING SECURITY OPERATION
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LOCAL CONTRACTORS LEARN SELECTION CRITERIA TO ASSIST IN BIDDING ON RECONSTRUCTION JOBS
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MND-B APACHE CREWS FIND, DESTROY HOMEMADE EXPLOSIVE CACHE
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MND-B AIRCREWS ENGAGE INSURGENTS IN SOUTHERN BAGHDAD
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MND-B APACHE CREWS FIND, DESTROY HOMEMADE EXPLOSIVE CACHE
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IRAQI ARMY DETAINS FIVE AL-QAEDA IN IRAQ MEMBERS IN AL DOURA