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Israeli Ministers Approve Law to Use Crocodiles for Prison Security at Ketziot Facility
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First reported by N12 · 18 minutes ago
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Israeli ministers approved a law allowing crocodiles to be used for security around Ketziot prison, inspired by a U.S. model. The Nature and Parks Authority opposes the plan due to lack of professional support. The amendment reclassifies crocodiles as domesticated animals, enabling their relocation to the prison perimeter.
- 01Israeli ministers approved a law to use crocodiles for securing Ketziot prison.
- 02The amendment reclassifies crocodiles as domesticated animals, not protected wildlife.
- 03The plan is inspired by a U.S. prison surrounded by crocodiles in Florida.
- 04Nature and Parks Authority opposes the move citing lack of professional basis.
- 05The Israeli plan involves creating a new crocodile reserve from scratch.
- 06Experts doubt the feasibility and safety of the initiative.
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