Israel expands ground offensive in southern Lebanon and says it has seized Beaufort Castle
The Israeli military has expanded its ground operations in southern Lebanon and widened evacuation warnings for residents south of the Zahrani river. It said the latest warning covers a broader area than before and urged people to leave immediately. The army also said it has taken Beaufort Castle, a strategic position on a ridge above the Litani river.The Israel Defense Forces said a significant number of ground soldiers were involved in the operation, which it said was expanding into additional areas. A military spokesman warned that anyone near Hezbollah elements, facilities or means of combat was putting their life at... [Continue Reading]
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Israel expands combat zone in southern Lebanon and orders evacuations
Israel has declared a new combat zone in southern Lebanon and ordered residents to leave areas south of the Zahrani River. The order, issued on Wednesday, tells civilians to move north of the river as strikes continue to intensify. It marks a further widening of Israel's military campaign in Lebanon despite a ceasefire announced on 16 April.The Israeli military said all areas south of the Zahrani River should now be treated as a combat zone. In a statement posted on X, a military spokesperson warned that residents should evacuate north of the river and said the army would act "with... [Continue Reading]

