Arab Coalition: Saudi Special Forces capture emir of ISIS in Yemen
The Arab Coalition said that Saudi
Special Forces have captured Abu Osama al-Muhajir, the emir of ISIS in Yemen.
A statement on the Saudi Press
Agency said al- Muhajir, as well as other members of the extremist group, were
captured on June 3.
Weapons, ammunition, and
telecommunication devices were also seized during the operation.
Col. Turki al-Maliki, the official
spokesman of the Arab Coalition, said the joint operation took place on June 3
at 9:20 am local time.
“A house kept under close surveillance proved the presence of the
terror group’s leader, and other elements, along with three women and three
children,” al-Maliki said.
“By fully identifying and understanding their daily routines in the
area through monitoring and surveillance, the operation was successful in
capturing the terrorists, and ensuring the safety of the women and children
inside the house,” he added.
According to a statement, the entire
operation lasted for ten minutes; including the raid, arrest of the terrorists,
and the confiscation of possessions.
