IDF catches Sudanese man who apparently crossed Lebanese border

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

A Sudanese man who likely crossed the Lebanese border into Israeli territory near the town of Shtula is detained by troops, the Israel Defense Forces says.

The man, apparently a work migrant, is being questioned by soldiers and security officials at the scene.

There are frequent attempts by migrants to illegally cross into Israel to find work due to the deteriorating economic conditions in Lebanon and other regional countries.

An IDF military outpost on the border between Israel and Lebanon, on July 20, 2021. (David Cohen/Flash90)

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