Israeli troops have successfully taken control of Beaufort Castle, a location deemed strategically important in southern Lebanon. This operation comes amid ongoing hostilities with Hezbollah.
The clashes leading to this capture were reported to be heavy, indicating the intensity of the conflict in the region.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has characterized this military action as a notable shift in the dynamics of the conflict, particularly in relation to the broader tensions involving Iran.
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Update at 13:31 UTC on 2026-05-31
France 24 reported Israeli troops have captured Beaufort castle in Lebanon, built in Crusader times – and a symbol of Israel's advancement deeper into Lebanese territory. Israeli forces have used it as a base during its two decade occupation of Lebanon. Israe.
Sources: France 24
Update at 14:00 UTC on 2026-05-31
France 24 reported The Israeli army has taken control of Beaufort castle in Southern Lebanon, crossing over the Litani river, which they had been using as a de facto boundary. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the operation a "dramatic shift" i.
Sources: France 24