Massive Arms Smuggling Foiled at Jordan Border, 36 Weapons Seized

Security forces thwarted a large-scale arms smuggling operation at the Jordan border early this morning, seizing 34 handguns and two M-16 rifles. Two suspects, identified as Jericho residents in their 50s, were arrested during the operation.

The joint operation involved officers from the Jordan Border Unit of the Judea and Samaria District (Shai), counter-terrorism fighters from the West Bank Border Police, soldiers from the Jordan Valley Brigade, and the Mar'ul unit. The suspects were apprehended after security forces detected signs indicating preparations for a smuggling attempt in the border area.

Ambush tactics and specialized technological means were employed, leading to the successful seizure of the weapons and the arrest of the individuals. The operation is part of broader security efforts in anticipation of the upcoming holidays, aimed at combating terrorism and smuggling attempts along the eastern border that could supply terrorist organizations or be used for criminal and security activities.

The arrested suspects have been transferred for interrogation by the Judea and Samaria District's central investigation unit. The specific details of the operation, including the exact location and time, were not disclosed.