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Two monkeys and a lion cub rescued in the Negev

The animals were being held illegally in Bedouin areas.

A rescued lion cub. Credit: Israel Police.
A rescued lion cub. Credit: Israel Police.

Negev District police rescued two monkeys and a lion cub from illegal captivity in Bedouin areas, the Israel Police said on Sunday.

The animals were located through operational activities and identified in social media videos.

They were transferred to the Israel Nature and Parks Authority for medical treatment and further care.

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