IDF troops operating across Judea and Samaria arrested over 20 suspects wanted for smuggling weapons and constructing explosives intended for attacks on Israeli forces and civilians.
After conducting ground searches, the forces located the drone and confirmed it was carrying 12 handguns.
IDF forces carried out raids across several villages, arresting 11 suspects—including four arms dealers—and seizing weapons, explosives, and terror funds.
Four Israeli citizens from Masoudin al-Azazmeh in the Negev were arrested as part of the joint investigation.
The forces located and seized 40 pistols that had been carried by the drone.
IDF forces have been running continuous operations to stop a surge in drone-based smuggling, using intelligence and advanced electronic warfare to intercept dozens of attempts.
This incident comes amid a series of similar attempts in recent days along Israel’s borders.
Israeli forces intercepted a major Iranian arms shipment—packed with rockets, drones, and machine guns—destined for terror cells in Judea and Samaria.
Although Jerusalem has withdrawn most of its ground forces since the war ended, it still controls five strategic positions in Southern Lebanon.
The drone and its contents are now in the hands of the Israel Police.
