Israel Advances in Lebanon, Captures Beaufort Castle
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Israel has significantly advanced into Lebanon, reaching the Beaufort Castle area and expanding its ground offensive. France has condemned the escalation and called for an urgent UN Security Council meeting. The capture of the strategic castle marks a notable development in the ongoing conflict.
Israel advances deep into Lebanon, reaches Beaufort castle area
Israel's military has advanced significantly into southern Lebanon, reaching deeper into the country than at any point in the last 26 years. The Israeli flag is now reportedly flying over the medieval Beaufort castle, a site of historical and strategic importance that Israel previously occupied during its 1982-2000 presence in southern Lebanon. The current advance, which has reached west of the Li…
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