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New Balloon Smuggling Tactic Raises Security Concerns on Jordan Border
Smugglers are using helium balloons to transport large drug shipments across the Israel-Jordan border, bypassing drone detection systems. A 100-kilogram drug shipment was found in southern Israel, raising concerns about the new tactic's security implications.
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- 01Smugglers are using helium balloons to transport drugs across the Israel-Jordan border, bypassing drone detection.
- 02A 100-kilogram drug shipment was discovered in southern Israel's Moshav Ein Yahav.
- 03The new method raises security concerns about potential exploitation for weapons or explosives transport.
- 04Regavim's Yehuda Kapach called for addressing root causes and targeting criminal organizations.
- 05Authorities are facing challenges in detecting and preventing these new smuggling attempts.
The Regavim movement warned that this method could be exploited for transporting weapons or explosives, urging a focus on addressing the root causes of smuggling and enhancing border security.
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