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Israeli Border Police Arrest 21 Illegal Entrants in Coordinated Jerusalem Raids
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By כיכר השבת, קובי רוזן
First reported by Ynet · Aug 25, 2026
What happened
Israeli Border Police arrested 21 illegal immigrants in two coordinated operations in Jerusalem, uncovering a hidden compartment in a commercial vehicle and a secret hideout in Issawiya. The arrests highlight sophisticated smuggling methods amid increased infiltration attempts.
- 01Israeli Border Police arrested 21 illegal immigrants in Jerusalem in two simultaneous raids.
- 02Seven were found hidden in a double wall compartment of a commercial vehicle at Hizma checkpoint.
- 03Fourteen others were discovered in a secret hideout in the Issawiya neighborhood.
- 04The vehicle driver, an East Jerusalem resident, was also arrested for smuggling.
- 05Operations reflect intensified efforts against sophisticated smuggling networks amid rising infiltration attempts.
- 06Authorities emphasize zero tolerance and enhanced inspections to maintain security.
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Full coverage · 5 outlets
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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 25, 2026
Israeli Border Police Arrest 21 Illegal Entrants in Coordinated Jerusalem Raids
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewAug 25, 2026
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Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 25, 2026
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Now 14Right · HebrewAug 25, 2026
Israeli Border Police Officers Indicted for Smuggling Illegal Residents Through Checkpoint for Bribes
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