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The Israeli Ministry of National Security has begun constructing a moat intended to be populated with crocodiles around a prison housing Palestinian detainees. The project, budgeted at approximately 60 million NOK, aims to deter escape attempts and includes specialized training for prison staff in animal handling.
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The Israeli Ministry of National Security has initiated construction of a 170-meter moat around a prison facility housing Palestinian detainees, intended to be populated with crocodiles to deter escape attempts. This project, budgeted at approximately 60 million NOK, includes specialized staff training. Human Rights Watch has condemned the project, though operational necessity remains debated.