On the evening of January 6, police opened fire on three vehicles allegedly carrying 15 migrants, who eventually managed to escape.

The area has long been a center of illegal activity, from drug and weapon smuggling to the transportation of stolen goods. UN peacekeepers patrol the area every three hours, and the multitude of access roads and lack of effective control allow criminals to plan their actions in advance and cross the Green Line unhindered. The authorities emphasize the need to strengthen security and control measures in the area.

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