Haqqani leader captured in Afghanistan: NATO

Kabul, Nov 6(ANI): Afghan and the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) have captured a mid-level Taliban leader during a cordon and search operation in Afghanistan.

According to an ISAF statement, Bari Ali and two other individuals, one of which was identified as his brother, Roshan Zilmai, surrendered to coalition forces willingly in Laghman Province.The three were detained by Coalition forces and transported to a nearby facility for further questioning," the statement said.

"Ali is known to command Taliban fighters in conflicts with Coalition forces. The capture of Ali is expected to sever the lines of communication between senior level Taliban and low-level insurgents," it added. (ANI)