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July 5, 2007
Release A070705b

Six Suspected Terrorists Detained and One Killed by Coalition Forces in Two Separate Raids

BAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition Forces killed one terrorist and detained six suspected terrorists before dawn Thursday in and near Sadr City.  It is believed that the suspected terrorists were affiliated with secret cell Special Groups.

Coalition Forces conducted two raids to capture or kill terrorists suspected of providing logistical support to insurgent groups. Intelligence reports indicate that the suspected terrorists targeted during the raid were connected with other key secret cell terrorist leaders and are suspected to have ties to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps – Quds Forces.

During the first raid, Coalition Forces were fired upon by terrorists.  Coalition Forces returned fire in accordance with the rules of engagement killing one terrorist.  There were no Coalition Forces casualties.  Coalition Forces confiscated automatic weapons, communications equipment and personal body armor during the raid.  In the second raid, Coalition Forces grabbed a single, suspected terrorist without firing a shot.

“Coalition troops will continue to target terrorists who have a penchant for killing Coalition Forces, Iraqi Security Forces and innocent Iraqis.” said Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, MNF-I spokesman.  “Coalition Forces will target secret cells wherever they are.”
 
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