Israeli Police Arrest Dozens in Weapons and Drug Trafficking Operation

Israeli police arrested dozens of suspects on Monday morning in raids targeting illegal weapons and drug trafficking. The operation followed a long undercover investigation conducted by the Lahav 433 crime-fighting unit. The investigation's success depended on an operative identified only as "The Nomad," described as the first Bedouin undercover agent handled by the unit.

During the undercover phase, the operative participated in dozens of arms and drug transactions. Purchases included four illegal M-16 rifles, dozens of handguns, and approximately 500 grams of cocaine. Police released images showing security forces conducting raids as part of the overt phase of the operation on July 13, 2026.

The investigation focused on trafficking networks operating within Israel. No additional details on charges or court proceedings were provided in the initial reports.