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Israeli Border Police Arrest 18-Year-Old for Smuggling Glock Pistol in Negev Bedouin Community

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First reported by Walla · 3 hours ago

What happened

Israeli Border Police arrested an 18-year-old Bedouin man in Rahat for smuggling a Glock pistol, found wrapped in paper nearby. His detention was extended until August 24, 2026, as investigations continue. This arrest is part of a wider crackdown on illegal arms trafficking in southern Israel involving undercover operations and indictments.

01Israeli Border Police used a drone to arrest an 18-year-old Bedouin smuggling a Glock pistol in Rahat.
02The weapon was found wrapped in paper in an open area near the suspect's arrest site.
03The suspect's detention was extended by court until August 24, 2026, pending investigation.
04The arrest is part of a broader crackdown on illegal arms possession in southern Israel.
05Recent operations included an undercover Bedouin agent exposing dozens in arms trafficking.
06A 20-year-old was indicted for smuggling 32 long firearms from Egypt using drones.

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