Border Police

Border Police officer killed by accidental IDF gunfire, investigation underway

Meanwhile, the IDF killed a terrorist trying to throw explosive devices in the West Bank, authorities arrested a Palestinian for inciting pro-Hamas violence, and the Gaza Division gained a new head.

Policeman Uri Mektaev, 18, killed at his home, February 22, 2026.
MANY ILLEGAL weapons in the Arab community are stolen from Israeli army bases, while others are smuggled from the borders with Jordan and Egypt. Here, illegal weapons are displayed after a police operation against illegal gun dealers, in Nazareth in 2021.

Southern district police seize 1,000 illegal weapons in Bedouin sector

 A Border Police officer conducting operations, May 2025.

Border Police thwart illegal Palestinian infiltration attempt near Jerusalem

An IDF soldier stands guard during an evacuation of illegal West Bank outposts, December 7, 2025.

WATCH: Nine Palestinians arrested for stone-throwing incidents in West Bank


National Security Ministry, ILA approves demolition of mosque, homes in unrecognized Bedouin town

The statement noted that, under Ben-Gvir's policy, the issuance of demolition orders has increased 400% since the beginning of 2024.

 A view of the home demolitions in the Bedouin village of Umm al-Hiran in the Negev, November 14, 2024.

Family of fallen soldier seek to file lawsuit over use of preserved sperm

A proposed bill would family of fallen soldiers the right to use their sperm, even without written consent from the deceased.

 Rescued hostage Qaid Farhan Alkadi arrives via IDF helicopter to Soroka Medical center.

IDF, Shin Bet arrest 45 in two-day West Bank counterterror operations

Operations took place in Jenin, Tulkarm, Nur al-Shams, and Qalandiya, focusing on apprehending wanted individuals and preventing terror activity.

 IDF soldiers conduct counter-terrorism operations in Tulkarm, West Bank.

Amid terror threats: Security forces conduct counterterror op. in West Bank

The IDF said its troops, Shin Bet, and border police officers carried out two operations in the West Bank, in Nablus and Silwad.

 IDF troops operate in the West Bank. September 30, 2024.

Border Police arrest close to 500 who entered Israel illegally

The arrests were part of a large-scale operation carried out throughout the country and in conjunction with various border police units. 

 Border police troops conduct large-scale operation to thwart illegal immigration to Israel. September 29, 2024.

Israeli forces storm Al Jazeera bureau in West Bank with closure order

IDF accuses Al Jazeera of "incitement to and support of terrorism" in court order.

 Equipment seized in Al Jazeera office in Nazareth

Israel Police arrest Imam from Shuafat camp for terror incitement, fundraising for weapons

The arrest was part of Operation "Emergency Brakes," led by Police Commissioner Daniel Levi, aimed at combating the incitement of terrorism.

Imam from Shuafat Camp detained by Israeli Police for terror incitement, September 17, 2024.

IDF searches for driver who accelerated toward soldiers along Egyptian border

IDF troops fired at a suspicious vehicle on the Israel-Egypt border; one soldier reportedly sustained minor injuries.

 View of road 10, on the border with Egypt, April 7, 2023.

Smuggled in car with yellow hostage ribbon: Police arrest five illegal Palestinian entrants

Border police officers subsequently examined the car and found that the driver had illegally entered Israel from the West Bank.

Border police officers found Israeli flags along with a wig, among other objects the Police announced on September 4, 2024.

Seven Israelis arrested for attack on couple in Jerusalem's Old City

The Jerusalem District Police increased their presence last night, deploying additional forces to secure worshipers as part of Tisha B'Av events and prevent any attempts to escalate tensions.

 Police arrest a Jewish man in the Old City of Jerusalem, during Tisha B'Av, August 13, 2024.