Smuggling
Infected lemon tree discovered at Ben-Gurion, could destroy citrus industry
The one-meter-tall sapling was found alongside citrus propagation materials during an anti-smuggling operation done in collaboration with inspectors from the Ben-Gurion Airport.
East Jerusalem man tries to smuggle rare species of pigeon to Israel via Jordan
Netherlands returns 3,500-year-old sculpture stolen from Egypt during Arab Spring
IDF, police intercept drone carrying 12 pistols from Jordan
Solar panels and cellphones among smuggled goods seized from Gaza aid trucks - Army Radio
According to the Army Radio, preventing smuggling through humanitarian aid deliveries falls to multiple agencies, which include the IDF, COGAT, the Shin Bet, and border customs.
Syria says Israel takes some territory around Mount Hermon despite talks
Syria accuses Israel of sending 60 soldiers to Mount Hermon, violating its sovereignty and escalating regional tensions. The incident comes amid ongoing US-mediated talks on southern Syria.
IDF must reconsider its approach to Lebanese army, as Hezbollah infiltration revealed - analysis
Over the years, Hezbollah had "placed a significant number of Shi'ite officers" into prominent leadership positions, effectively taking over control of Lebanon's military intelligence.
Polish police bust smuggling networks and seize drugs worth $275 million
The core of the criminal groups was Poles living in Spain, where they trafficked drugs to several parts of Europe, mainly the Republic of Ireland, Germany, Austria, and Scandinavia.
Israel foils smuggling of 140 exotic reptiles in Ben-Gurion Airport, animals in terrible condition
Custom inspectors discovered the animals, including iguanas, pythons, tegus, and scorpions, in poor condition after enduring freezing temperatures and a lack of food.
Southern Border Police arrest three in drug-smuggling operation
During the operation, police, in coordination with IDF soldiers, seized several drones and two operational vehicles at the scene.
Israeli authorities foil smuggling attempt of unsafe beef, pork fat worth over NIS 1 million
While pork fat has long been used in cosmetics, the products in the seized shipment did not meet the necessary safety standards for food-grade items.
UAE police unveils drug smuggling network involving Canada, Spain, seizes 131KG of narcotics
According to UAE officials, 131 kilograms of narcotics and psychotropic substances were seized by the police on their way to the UAE from Toronto, Canada.
Drones increasingly being used to smuggle items from Sinai to Gaza - report
The context surrounding the smuggling into Gaza, however, may not be a surprise.
Two Israelis arrested by police after returning from Syria with Kalashnikov rifles
This comes after Israeli Druze civilians crossed from Israel into Syria in solidarity with their brethren amid violent clashes with Damascus security forces, particularly in Sweida.
