IDF collects equipment and weapons in no-questions-asked amnesty

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An operation to return military equipment began on Sunday. In the first two days, about 28,500 bullets, about 250 grenades, about 300 explosive and mortar items and 34 weapons were returned to the IDF. On the first day, more than 10,000 items were collected.

Among the items returned was an Uzi rifle, whose use in the military was discontinued more than 30 years ago. Under the terms of the operation, the person who returned the weapon was not questioned and their details were not recorded.

The operation is taking place at 63 collection points without identification and without criminal prosecution for possessing the equipment. In the first week, about 150,000 items were returned, including rifles, shoulder-fired missiles and protective gear. The operation is expected to continue until November 12.