IDF Thwarts Another Weapon Smuggling Attempt from Egypt; Downs Drone Carrying Assault Rifles

Another attempt to smuggle weapons into Israel from Egypt was foiled this morning.

Soldiers who were monitoring surveillance cameras identified a drone crossing the border. Troops from the Paran Regional Brigade were dispatched and successfully downed the device.

The drone was found to be carrying three assault rifles. The weapons have been transferred to the police for further investigation.

This incident highlights a growing trend. over the past year, there have been frequent attempts to smuggle both weapons and drugs from Egypt using drones.