The IDF, along with Israel Police and the Shin Bet, have successfully foiled an arms smuggling attempt in the West Bank, the military says.
IDF surveillance soldiers identified suspects involved in smuggling two hunting rifles in the West Bank village of al-Ras, southeast of Tulkarem, the military says in a statement. Forces then quickly located and confiscated the weapons, transferring them for further investigation by the Shin Bet.
The IDF says its forces arrested 20 wanted individuals, interrogated suspects, and seized multiple weapons during a series of counterterrorism operations in the West Bank.
The IDF stresses that it will continue its efforts to combat terrorism and maintain the safety and security of Israeli citizens.
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