Israel Police confiscates over 100 pistols, thwarting smuggling attempt at Ben-Gurion Airport
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- 1Israeli Police confiscated over 100 pistols at Ben-Gurion Airport.
- 2The suspect arrived on a direct flight from Rome, Italy.
- 3The suspect is an Israeli resident in his twenties.
Israeli Police intercepted a significant arms smuggling operation at Ben-Gurion Airport, seizing over 100 pistols. The suspect, an Israeli resident in his twenties, arrived on a direct commercial flight from Rome, Italy. The successful interdiction highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to prevent illegal activities at major international airports. This incident underscores the critical role of airport security in maintaining national safety and preventing the entry of illegal weapons.
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