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Israel Captures Historic Beaufort Castle

Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 31, 2026
Duration
1:50
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Last updated
Jun 1, 2026

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Israeli troops have seized a historic Crusader-era fortress in southern Lebanon — the first such incursion in over 25 years — raising the Israeli flag atop Beaufort Castle, a strategic stronghold with deep historical roots and critical military value. The move comes amid escalating violence, just days before planned peace talks and despite a nominal cease…

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Israeli troops have seized a historic Crusader-era fortress in southern Lebanon — the first such incursion in over 25 years — raising the Israeli flag atop Beaufort Castle, a strategic stronghold with deep historical roots and critical military value. The move comes amid escalating violence, just days before planned peace talks and despite a nominal ceasefire, signaling Israel’s intent to dismantle Hezbollah infrastructure and protect its civilians — while Hezbollah retaliates with rocket fire a

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