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Israeli forces capture Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon

On May 31, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the capture of the 12th-century Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, a site of strategic military significance. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz described the move as a decisive turning point in the campaign against Hezbollah. IDF operations have now expanded beyond the Litani River toward the Zahrani River, with residents south of the latter being warned to evacuate immediately. Amid the escalation, a separate Israeli strike near the Hiram Hospital in Tyre injured at least 13 medical staff members. France has requested an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council, with Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot labeling the Israeli advance as a violation of international law and the ceasefire established on April 17. Hezbollah has responded with rocket fire toward northern Israeli cities, including Safed and Nahariya, while at least one Israeli soldier was killed by an explosive drone. UNESCO has expressed concern over the threat to archaeological sites in the region due to the ongoing hostilities.

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