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Israeli Police Uncover Deep Tunnel Near Qalqilya, Seize Weapons
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Tunnel Discovery Near Qalqilya
During a targeted intelligence operation in the West Bank, Israel Police and Border Police officers entered Qalqilya and uncovered a tunnel still under excavation. Police said the tunnel reaches a depth of at least 25 meters and that a second excavation site was found nearby. Four suspects were arrested at the location and taken for questioning.
Seized Weapons and Materials
Officers seized an M16 rifle, a sniper rifle, ammunition, magazines, several phones, a DVR device, and fertilizer that police said could be used to manufacture explosives. The discovery was described as a “serious security incident” that endangers Israeli citizens living near the seam line.
Official Reactions
Kfar Saba Mayor Rafi Saar called the incident “serious,” saying it demonstrates the danger facing residents of seam-line communities.
A council spokesperson added that the scheduled October 7 events require a change in how such threats are addressed, arguing that authorities can no longer “close their eyes” to incidents that could become disasters.
Data Summary
- Tunnel depth: >= 25 meters (police)
- Weapons seized: M16 rifle, sniper rifle, ammunition, magazines
- Additional items: phones, DVR, fertilizer (potential explosive component)
- Arrests: 4 suspects taken for questioning
Verbatim Quotes
- “This is not a theoretical warning, this is a security reality that requires determined action,” — Rafi Saar, Kfar Saba mayor “This is not a theoretical warning, this is a security reality that requires determined action,” — Rafi Saar, kfar saba mayor
