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Jordan Valley
The Jordan Valley is a narrow depression in the eastern West Bank along the Jordan River, comprising roughly 28% of the West Bank's total area. Known as a strategically contested zone marked by Israeli settlements, military areas, and longstanding sovereignty disputes between Israel and Palestinians. Recently, the area has seen active weapons smuggling interdictions and discovery of planted munitions. Last updated Jul 9th, 2026
IDF and police forces are searching the area near Qasr al Yahud along the Jordanian border tonight after lookouts spotted unusual movement. A smuggling attempt is suspected.
IDF Spokesperson: "A short time ago, IDF observation posts identified suspicious movement in the eastern border area in the Jordan Valley sector. Security forces are currently scanning the area."
"Last night (Thursday), IDF surveillance identified indications of activity in preparation for a smuggling attempt in the eastern border area.
Following the findings, forces from the Jordan Valley and Foothills Brigade, ...
Israeli military:
"Last night (Thursday), IDF surveillance identified indications of activity in preparation for a smuggling attempt in the eastern border area.
Following the findings, forces from the Jordan Valley and Foothills Brigade, officers from the Israel Police Jordan Border Unit of the Judea and Samaria District, and Border Police forces in Judea and Samaria operated jointly and established ambushes in the area.
During the operation, two residents of Jericho were arrested. More than 30 pistols and two M-16 rifles were seized.
The suspects and weapons were transferred for further investigation by the Judea and Samaria District Central Unit.
Security forces are deployed along the eastern border and continue to operate to thwart smuggling attempts and safeguard the security of the citizens of Israel."
One person was wounded in a stabbing attack at Maoz Yehuda farm in Samaria today. The attack occurred near Route 505, the Trans-Samaria Highway connecting Route 60 to the Jordan Valley.
IDF forces arrested the suspect who carried out this morning's stabbing attack in the Ouja area of the Jordan Valley and Valleys Brigade, following a joint manhunt by security forces.
The IDF says the arrest was made possible through intel...
IDF forces arrested the suspect who carried out this morning's stabbing attack in the Ouja area of the Jordan Valley and Valleys Brigade, following a joint manhunt by security forces.
The IDF says the arrest was made possible through intelligence guidance and means of the IDF and Shin Bet employed as part of the manhunt.
The suspect was transferred for continued investigation. Security forces say they will continue to act against any terrorist who harms or attempts to harm the citizens of Israel and IDF forces.
IDF, Border Police, and Jordan Border Unit forces intercepted dozens of weapons being smuggled into Israel through the Jordan Valley. 23 Glocks, three Kalashnikovs, and an M-16 seized. One suspect arrested. - IDF
NOW: Missiles launched from Iran have been detected, with alerts expected across central Israel, the Shephelah, Lachish, Samaria, the Jordan Valley, and Judea.
8th launch since midnight.
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