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Police Arrest Over 40 Illegal Migrants Near Nazareth
The Israeli police arrested more than 40 individuals, including many minors under the age of 12, during a two-day operation targeting beggars and illegal residents in the Nazareth area. The sweep, conducted by Northern District Police and Border Police forces, focused on major intersections, open areas, and buildings in and around the city, as well as the kibbutz of Nadvot.
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What happened
- 01The Northern District Police and Border Police arrested over 40 individuals during a two-day operation in the Nazareth area.
- 02The sweep targeted beggars and suspected illegal residents at major intersections, buildings, and open areas, including the kibbutz of Nadvot.
- 03Police stated that the presence of beggars at intersections obstructs traffic, disrupts public order, and poses a safety risk.
- 04Minors under the age of 12 who were apprehended during the operation were transferred to Palestinian Authority territory.
- 05Adult detainees were brought before a court, with police requesting extensions of their detention.
- 06Authorities emphasized that police are also targeting individuals and entities that facilitate illegal entry and residency in Israel.
According to police statements, the detainees are suspected of residing in Israel illegally. Authorities justified the operation by stating that the presence of individuals seeking alms at major intersections obstructs traffic, disrupts public order, and poses a safety risk to both the beggars and road users.
Following their apprehension, all suspects were taken to police stations. The minors under the age of 12 were transferred to Palestinian Authority territory in coordination with relevant officials. Adult detainees were brought before a court, where police requested extensions of their detention. Police also stated they are continuing operations against individuals and entities that facilitate the illegal entry and residency of individuals in Israel.
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