The IDF and Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) discovered a bomb-making lab in Tulkarm that contained landmines, explosives, explosive-making materials, and a welding machine last week, the military announced on Tuesday.
The IDF and Shin Bet also arrested 12 wanted individuals in Tammun and Kabatiya over the past 24 hours, the military added. A further 15 wanted individuals were arrested across the West Bank, including confiscating two firearms and other weaponry, the military stated.
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Source: The Jerusalem Post
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