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Airstrike kills Taliban leader in Afghanistan

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From an International Security Assistance Force Joint Command News Release

KABUL, Afghanistan, , June 22, 2012 - An Afghan and coalition airstrike killed Nabi Rahman, a Taliban leader and explosives expert, during an operation in the Watahpur district of Afghanistan's Kunar province today, military officials reported.

Rahman had coordinated the movement of insurgents in the region, provided explosive materials and training to insurgents, and planned attacks against Afghan and coalition forces, officials said.

After the strike, the security force conducted a follow-on assessment and confirmed Rahman had been killed, officials said.

Officials said no civilians were harmed and no property was damaged.

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