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Israel Begins Construction of Crocodile Moat at Ketziot Prison to Boost Security
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 8 hours ago
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Israel has begun digging a 180-meter crocodile moat around the security wing of Ketziot Prison to improve security. The project, led by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, follows a legal change allowing crocodile possession for security purposes and is funded with 21 million shekels.
- 01Construction of a 180-meter crocodile moat started at Ketziot Prison's security wing.
- 02The project is led by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to enhance prison security.
- 03Environmental Minister Idit Silman declared the Nile crocodile a domesticated wild animal, enabling the project.
- 04The National Security Ministry allocated about 21 million shekels for the moat and infrastructure.
- 05Israel lacks current regulations or pricing for crocodiles, complicating the project.
- 06Crocodiles were previously imported for commercial farms in Jordan Valley and Arava regions.
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Now 14Right · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israel Begins Construction of Crocodile Moat at Ketziot Prison to Boost Security
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew6 hours ago
Israel Begins Digging Crocodile Moat at Ketziot Prison to Boost Security
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