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Israeli Police Bust Gang Smuggling Lion Cubs and Monkeys

3/16/2025

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In a shocking crackdown, Israeli police have apprehended a gang linked to the smuggling of lion cubs and monkeys using drones from Egypt and Jordan. This alarming rise in smuggling, which also includes weapons and drugs, has raised serious concerns about animal welfare and public safety, prompting swift action from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority.

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In a shocking crackdown, Israeli police have apprehended a gang linked to the smuggling of lion cubs and monkeys using drones from Egypt and Jordan. This alarming rise in smuggling, which also includes weapons and drugs, has raised serious concerns about animal welfare and public safety, prompting swift action from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority.