Police find deep excavation tunnel and arms in West Bank, sparking arrests, alarm
During the search, officers seized an M16 rifle, a sniper rifle, ammunition, and magazines. They also found phones and a substance that police said could be used to prepare explosive devices.
Israeli police uncovered a deep, 25-meter excavation tunnel and seized weapons during a targeted operation in Qalqilya on Wednesday. The officers, from the Samaria District crime-fighting unit and Border Police, found the tunnel still under excavation and the beginning of another nearby, along with an M16 rifle, a sniper rifle, ammunition, and other equipment.
Four suspects were arrested and taken for questioning. Police found phones, a DVR device, and fertilizer at the scene, materials that could potentially be used in explosive devices. The discovery has raised concerns among local authorities, with Kfar Saba Mayor Rafi Saar describing it as a "serious security reality" that demands immediate action.
Drom Hasharon Regional Council head Oshrat Gani Gonen emphasized that the incident is part of a growing threat in the area, noting the presence of a tunnel, drones, and weapons. Gonen urged local authorities to take proactive measures, stating that ignoring such threats is no longer an option. The council head emphasized that the responsibility lies in identifying and addressing the threats before they escalate into disasters.
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