A local Taliban leader was killed in a joint Afghan and Nato security forces operation in southern Kandahar province's Maiwand district on Monday, Isaf said.
"Tor Jan, also known as Graan, was a Taliban leader and facilitator who organised attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He coordinated the use of improvised explosive devices, weapons and personnel for attacks in Maiwand district. The security force conducted a precision strike, killing him," Isaf said in a statement Tuesday.
The statement also said that an Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) leader was arrested in a separate operation in Khanabad district of northern Kunduz province.
The leader facilitates distribution of weapons and assists in IED operations in the district, according to Isaf.
"The security force also detained one suspected insurgent and seized multiple firearms and ammunition as a result of the operation," it added.
Meanwhile, two Taliban commanders have been captured in joint Afghan and Nato operations in Kandahar and Ghazni province, Monday and Tuesday.
The first Taliban commander is believed to be responsible for the coordination of complex attacks. The other commander was allegedly a direct attack leader with some logistical and command responsibilities, Isaf said.
Three insurgents were also killed Tuesday in a joint security forces operation in Khogyani district of eastern Nangarhar province.