Ramallah – January 22, 2026 – As part of joint security operations and ongoing efforts to protect public health and safety, the Customs Police and General Intelligence Service, in cooperation with relevant departments in the Ministries of National Economy, Health, and Agriculture, seized nearly 17 tons of dates unfit for human consumption in Jenin Governorate on Thursday. The dates showed signs of spoilage and were of unknown origin, posing significant health risks to consumers. Machines used in date paste production were also confiscated.

Accordingly, the relevant authorities ordered the impounding of the seized quantity and referred the case to the Economic Crimes Prosecution for further legal proceedings.