IDF reservist arrested for alleged unlawful sale and possession of weapons

Illegal military gear found in the home of an IDF reservist in the southern town of Netivot, in an image published on July 3, 2026. (Israel Defense Forces/Israel Police)
Illegal military gear found in the home of an IDF reservist in the southern town of Netivot, in an image published on July 3, 2026. (Israel Defense Forces/Israel Police)

An IDF reservist has been arrested on suspicion that he illegally sold and possessed weapons, the Israel Defense Forces and Israel Police say in a joint statement.

The reservist was found to have a Kalashnikov rifle, a sniper rifle, and ammunition during a search of his Netivot home this week, according to the statement.

He is now in the custody of the IDF Military Police as the investigation continues.

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