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Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Investigation into Connection with 75-Year-Old Crossing from Occupied Territories

Published February 27, 2026, 12:20
Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Investigation into Connection with 75-Year-Old Crossing from Occupied Territories

Authorities are investigating a possible connection between a 75-year-old man arrested for smuggling goods from the occupied territories and the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the free areas. The Customs Department is cooperating with the Police, as information suggests the man was also illegally trafficking animals and hay from the occupied territories. Anonymous testimony reported to authorities the man's years-long illegal trafficking of various goods. Although difficult to confirm, authorities are investigating the possibility that the disease was introduced in this way. The 75-year-old was previously arrested by the occupation authorities for attempting to transport cattle to the occupied territories.