Bedouin

Man seriously injured by missile strike in the Negev

A man from the Bedouin community was seriously injured, while his wife and two young children were lightly injured by a missile fired from Iran.

Wild chase in the south:

Driver flees police and crashes into a flock of sheep

Police in Ar'ara chased a Bedouin resident on foot and by vehicle after he drove against traffic and ran over a flock of sheep

Significant smuggling op. foiled, 3 Bedouins arrested

Security forces thwarted an attempt to smuggle weapons from Jordan into Israel using a drone. Three Bedouin residents of the Negev were arrested and indicted.

Serious Indictment:

IDF officer charged with aiding smuggling to Gaza

The officer, along with four other individuals, is charged with bringing millions of shekels of merchandise into Gaza.

Family kept in dark:

Former IDF soldier dies mysteriously in prison

After serving as a combat soldier for three years, Hassan Kashahala on suspision of belonging to the Islamic State, but was never indicted. His body is being withheld, and his family has no information on his death.

Ofakim residents: 'A new intifada broke out here'

Violent brawl breaks out between Bedouin families, with rock-throwing and chainsaw used in Ofakim.

Amid smuggling accusations:

Bedouin battalion removed from Gaza border crossing

Following reports of smuggling involving soldiers and commanders, the IDF reassigned the battalion from Kerem Shalom to reduce risk and refresh forces.

IDF investigates arson attack on Bedouin structures

IDF responds to report of Israeli civilians setting fire to two structures belonging to the Bedouin community in Mukhmas; condemns violence.

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Police arrest the 'Shooting Doctor' in a Ramallah hideout

Med school graduate involved in deadly criminal Negev shooting arrested in Ramallah.

South of Hebron:

Israeli Bedouins disguised as IDF soldiers rob Arab stores

Israeli forces dispatched to the Ad-Dhahiriya area after reports of armed suspects impersonating IDF soldiers and robbing shops; several suspects detained.

Netanyahu:

'The Negev is running wild - we’re taking it back'

Netanyahu toured the Western Negev with senior ministers and security chiefs, declaring a major national operation to restore governance, expand settlement, and combat crime and illegal weapons.

Two deadly attacks carried out with guns smuggled into Israel

The indictment against a Bedouin smuggling cell includes grave data on the phenomenon of weapons smuggling across Israel’s borders with Egypt and Jordan.

Smuggling ring busted

Smugglers tapped IDF comms, smuggled machine guns from Egypt

Shin Bet, IDF, and police arrest smuggling network that would smuggle weapons from Egypt to Israel using drones.

Ben-Gvir in Bedouin village:

‘Whoever isn’t normative, we will cut them down’

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the Bedouin village of Tarabin after vehicles were torched in Lehavim, vowing intensified enforcement under Operation 'New Order.'

Five vehicles set aflame in Lehavim

Investigative sources say vehicle fires likely 'price tag' action on part of Negev Bedouin, in response to largescale police operation.

'Dangerous terror army': Smotrich's dramatic warning

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich sharply criticized what he called "the biggest threat to the security of Israeli citizens": Thousands of weapons in the hands of crime and terror organizations in the Arab sector.

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13-year-old driver captured after car chase

During a large-scale police operation in the Negev, a 13-year-old was caught driving without a valid license and with his teenage sister in the car.

Unusual incident on Egyptian border

An Israeli-Bedouin citizen was killed by gunfire from an IDF soldier and an armed civilian after being identified by them as a suspect in smuggling activities in a closed military area.

Clan battle breaks out outside Be'er Sheva courthouse

Police say a bloody clash outside the Be’er Sheva courthouse stemmed from a long-running feud between two clans; three men were wounded.

Suspects attempt to smuggle weapons, ram soldiers

IDF soldiers fire towards suspects attempting to smuggle weapons from Jordan, ram soldiers.

In the service of Hamas:

Arab Israelis transfer weapons to Judea and Samaria

ISA uncovers network of Israeli Arabs who transferred weapons, funds, to Judea and Samaria under direction of Turkey-based Hamas terrorist.

'The lawlessness is over'

Ben-Gvir and Bedouin citizen clash in the Negev

During a visit to Tel Sheva, an argument broke out between the National Security Minister and one of the residents, who accused him of 'looking for noise.'

Three Bedouins arrested for attacking youth councilors

Three Bedouins entered a branch of the Ezra youth movement in Be'er Sheva and attacked the councilors. They were arrested shortly thereafter.

Escape attempt stopped:

Video shows police fire at suspicious vehicle in Negev

Minister Ben Gvir expresses support after Negev police fire at driver of suspicious vehicle, 17 suspects detained, tire cache intended for arson seized, and more than 138 traffic fines issued.

'We will fight for governance'

Ben Gvir visits south after gunfire from Bedouin town

Residents of Negev communities report heavy gunfire from the Bedouin town of Bir Hadaj. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visits community of Carmit and vows: “We won’t back down from demolishing illegal structures and will restore security.”

Bedouins arrested after they threatened to murder Min. Ben-Gvir

Police arrested three Tel Sheva residents for threatening to murder Minister Ben-Gvir over demolitions; a taxi and camera were seized as the investigation continues.

Report reveals:

Bedouin battalion soldiers involved in smuggling goods into Gaza

Soldiers from the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion allegedly smuggled hundreds of thousands of shekels worth in cigarrettes into the Gaza Strip using military vehicles and aid trucks.

Three shot dead in southern Israel Bedouin community

Three brothers in their 20s shot dead near Segev Shalom in southern Israel; initial investigations indicate murders were criminal in nature.

Battle against illegal construction:

Bedouin set fire to homes, protesting demolitions

Authorities demolish illegal Bedouin structures in southern Israel, locals violently protest, set fire to homes and tires.

Negev:

Weapons offered in Bedouin communities for rent

Rifman Institute director Hagai Reznik urges emergency legislation to combat illegal weapons epidemic in the Negev.

Southern Israel:

14 arrested for opening fire on Electric Company employees

Fourteen suspects were arrested in Arara after Electric Company workers came under fire during a Bedouin blood feud, prompting the CEO to demand urgent state action to protect staff and infrastructure.

Bedouin who expressed support for Hamas indicted

Bedouin from southern Israel, age 19, indicted for identifying with the Hamas terror group, inciting to terror.

US envoy announces:

'Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire'

US envoy Tom Barrack announces a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Syria, backed by Turkey, Jordan, and other neighbors, urges Druze, Bedouins, and Sunnis to disarm.

Syria:

Renewed clashes in Sweida as armed tribes battle Druze

Clashes between Bedouin tribes and Druze fighters erupt again in Sweida, after Syria’s army withdrew earlier this week.

Syrian forces advance on Sweida amid deadly Druze-Bedouin clashes

Syrian forces are advancing on Sweida amid deadly Druze-Bedouin clashes, which have resulted in 99 deaths. Local leaders seek a truce as residents fear for their safety, highlighting instability post-Assad.

Syria:

37 killed in Bedouin-Druze clashes in Sweida

Deadly clashes between Bedouin and Druze factions in Syria's Sweida kill 37, including children. Authorities send forces to de-escalate as local leaders call for calm amidst ongoing tensions in the region.

Where are the police?

Widow's stolen car put up for sale on TikTok

Thief from Laqiya demands ransom for vehicle stolen from widow and mother of wounded soldier; police criticized as car traced to PA-controlled territory.

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Bedouins steal fuel from buses damaged by missile

The police arrested two minors after they were seen siphoning fuel from buses damaged by an Iranian missile strike.

Bedouin arrested for preventing citizen from reaching shelter

A young man from the Bedouin community was caught on video violently preventing a person with a disability from entering a protected area during the missile attack from Iran.

3 Bedouins indicted for smuggling drugs to Gaza using drones

The Southern District Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against three Israeli citizens for smuggling drugs and cigarettes to the Gaza Strip using drones.

Gaza:

Bedouin laborer caught in IDF gun theft attempt

IDF soldiers in Gaza noticed a Bedioun contracted worker, who had security clearance to work for the Israeli forces, apparently attempting to steal an FN MAG machine gun.

Wounded Bedouin officer buys Gush Etzion's chametz

Lt. Col. Hadi Falah, a Bedouin officer in the IDF who was seriously injured in battle in the Gaza Strip and who had asked to purchase chametz from Israeli Jews, makes the purchase from Tel Hashormer Hospital.

Watch: Additional monkey rescued from Bedouin settlement

Police and Nature and Parks Authority employees rescue monkey held by Bedouin Arab in homemade cage.

Footage: Police officers save monkey held by Negev Bedouin

Police save injured monkey held by Bedouin Arabs, transfer monkey to Nature and Parks Authority for medical treatment.

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Lion cub rescued from a pit in the Negev Desert

Police found a lion cub being held in a pit near the Bedouin town of Bir Hadaj. The cub was handed over to the Nature and Parks Authority.

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Machine gun found in Bedouin town

Police found an FN MAG, a large amount of other arms and ammunition, and a significant quantity of drugs in towns in southern Israel.

Police and ISA reveal:

Minor planned to join ISIS, began making explosives

Bedouin Arab minor, age 16, arrested for planning to join ISIS, preparing explosives for use in terror attacks.

Jewish man attacked by Arabs in Be'er Sheva

A young Jewish man was brutally attacked by Arabs in Be'er Sheva after he "dared" to look at a Bedouin who was following a Jewish girl.

Police destroy illegal mosque and structures in Bedouin village

Large police force enters Bedouin village in southern Israel, destroying illegal structures.

UAV strike on IDF base:

Yosef fell 33 years after his grandfather fell in Lebanon

Sergeant Yosef Hieb was killed one week before his the 33rd anniversary of his grandfather's death in Lebanon.

Green in the desert

Watch: Police uncover large underground cannabis lab in the Negev

Police and Border Police officers uncovered a tunnel leading to an underground lab with over 600 cannabis plants worth over a million shekels.

Jordan Valley:

Bedouin Arabs attack Jewish shepherd with clubs

The shepherd was injured and evacuated for medical treatment, and later arrived at the Binyamin police station to file a complaint. The police arrived at the scene and arrested several Bedouin for questioning.

Leading Emirati analyst:

A picture that powerfully illustrates the reality

Amjad Taha shared a picture of rescued hostage Qaid Farhan Al-Qadi in the hospital being treated by a Jewish doctor with his 500 thousand-plus followers. 'Congratulations to Israel and to humanity.'

Negev residents planned terror attack

Three residents of the Bedouin town of Tel Sheva in the Negev Desert were arrested for planning to carry out a terror attack in Israel.

Arabs attacked after accidentally entering Samaria outpost

Israel Police investigating incident in which three Israeli females from Rahat were pelted with rocks and had their car set on fire after accidentally entering Givat Ronen.

Father of 2:

Warrant officer Zeed Mazarib of Zarzir fell in battle in Gaza

Warrant officer Zeed Mazarib, a 34-year-old tracker and a married father of two, fell in battle in southern Gaza.

After no agreement was reached: Bedouin outpost evacuated

After years of trying to reach an agreement, Um Salim, an illegal Bedouin outpost in the Negev, blocking the planned route of Highway 6, is being evacuated. Ben Gvir: "The demolition this morning in the Negev is the result of our intensive work."

Two Bedouins arrested for kidnap and sexual assault of teenager

Two residents of Laqiya were arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl.

Negev village subjected to threats by nearby Bedouin tribe

Members of a Bedouin tribe have been burning tires, spraying graffiti, and hanging threatening signs near Retamim, after a member of the village security team shot and killed a tribesman who infiltrated it.

Halevi to Bedouin soldiers:

'Those who came to attack didn't spare Muslims'

Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi visited the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion on the occasion of Ramadan, spoke with the battalion's commanders and soldiers, and heard about their significant efforts during the war.