IDF seizes ammunition hidden in internal coordinated Gaza convoy

The IDF emphasized that "This was an internal convoy traveling inside the Gaza Strip from the north to the south, and not through the crossings designated for bringing humanitarian aid into Gaza."

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF NOVEMBER 11, 2024 19:08 Updated: NOVEMBER 11, 2024 20:02

IDF soldiers operate in the Gaza Strip, November 11, 2024. (photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)

The IDF discovered ammunition hidden in a convoy traveling between north and south within Gaza during a security check on Monday, the military said in a Monday statement.

During the passage of a convoy coordinated with the international community, the IDF detected unusual movement and ordered the convoy to stop at a checkpoint on the humanitarian aid route for inspection.

During the inspection, IDF troops discovered a bag containing ammunition for firearms.

Ammunition seized by the IDF, that was hidden in a convoy travelling from north to south in Gaza, November 11, 2024. (credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON UNIT)

They swiftly arrested those involved, which included members of the convoy, and transferred them for further investigation.

IDF questioned members of relevant organizations

They also questioned members of the relevant organizations.

The IDF emphasized that "This was an internal convoy traveling inside the Gaza Strip from the north to the south, and not through the crossings designated for bringing humanitarian aid into Gaza."