Israel Captures Lebanon Castle in Deepest Raid in 26 Years
Israeli forces captured Beaufort Castle near Nabatiyeh in Lebanon. They crossed the Litani River to do so.
This is the deepest Israeli military push into Lebanon in 26 years. The capture happened despite a ceasefire that was meant to stop fighting.
Israeli forces appear to be moving to surround Nabatiyeh. That city is a key economic and cultural hub for southern Lebanon.
Israel told residents of Nabatiyeh and Tyre to leave their homes. Tyre is Lebanon's fourth-largest city.
One Israeli soldier was killed during the fighting. Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam criticized Israel and called for an immediate ceasefire. Israel and Lebanon are due to hold direct talks in the United States soon.
Klear Note — Israel and Lebanon have fought multiple wars. A ceasefire was supposed to stop fighting between them. This raid breaks that agreement.
Key Terms 4
- Litani River A river in southern Lebanon that marks a key military boundary
- Beaufort Castle A historic fortress in southern Lebanon with strategic high ground
- ceasefire An agreement to stop fighting between two sides
- encirclement Surrounding a city or area to cut off escape or supply routes