IDF intercepts weapon-smuggling drone crossing western border Photo

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said they have prevented an attempt to smuggle weapons across Israel’s western border.

In a statement, the IDF said its surveillance and air traffic control units detected a drone crossing into Israeli airspace from the west, Caliber.Az reports. 

According to the statement, the drone was suspected of being used to transport weapons. IDF forces from the Faran Brigade later intercepted and neutralised the drone. The military said the drone was carrying three M-16 rifles and ammunition.

The seized weapons were transferred to relevant authorities for further investigation and processing, the IDF added.

By Sabina Mammadli