This picture taken from a position in the Marjayoun area of southern Lebanon shows smoke rising in the distance, behind the medieval Beaufort Castle, known locally as Qalaat al-Shaqif or Shaqif Arnoun, following an Israeli airstrike on the village of Yohmor on May 31, 2026.AFP via Getty Images
Israel launches deepest incursion into Lebanon in 26 years, captures strategic castle
The capture of Beaufort castle near the city of Nabatiyeh came after days of intense fighting and airstrikes in nearby villages where Israeli troops fought Hezbollah members in the rugged area.