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What is Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle, and why has Israel captured it?

Historically, its elevated position made it one of the most important defensive strongholds in the region, allowing whoever controlled it to monitor movement across a large area of southern Lebanon. In more recent years, Palestinian

Israel’s invasion of southern Lebanon devastates centuries of history

Israel captured it during its 1982 invasion and occupied it until it withdrew from southern Lebanon in 2000. ![Villagers inspect the damage to Beaufort Castle, 10km (6 miles) northwest of the southern market town

What is on the table during Lebanon-Israel direct negotiations?

sites inside northern Israel used in the invasion also hit. On Tuesday, Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem delivered a statement, saying that his fighters “will respond to the aggression and violations, and we will not return

Can historic Israel-Lebanon talks lead to ceasefire?

historic Israel-Lebanon talks lead to ceasefire? United States President Donald Trump has announced that leaders of Israel and Lebanon [will speak to each other for the first time in 34 years](/news/2026/4/16/trump-says-israel-and-lebanons-leaders-will-speak-on-thursday) on Thursday

Why are anti-war protests in the West muted on Iran?

sites. US President Donald Trump also threatened to wipe out Iran’s “whole civilisation” if it did not accede to Washington’s demands. In retaliation, Iran has attacked Israeli targets and fired missiles at Gulf

First Thing: Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran to secure peace deal

Lebanon and Gaza, amid growing speculation in Israel that fighting with Iran could resume if there are no signs of compromise. - **What else is happening in the region?** The United Arab Emirates has blamed