A photo circulating online shows IDF soldiers gathered around a screen at the historic Beaufort Castle, a former Hezbollah stronghold, watching the World Cup. The image highlights the Israeli military's continued presence at the strategic ridge overlooking the Galilee.
A photo shared on social media overnight shows IDF soldiers watching the World Cup from Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, the historic Crusader fortress that had been a Hezbollah stronghold before the Israeli ground incursion. The image, which appears to have been taken inside the castle, shows troops gathered around a screen in what is likely a break during operational duties.
Beaufort Castle has been a focal point of IDF operations in southern Lebanon since the ground campaign began. As The Zioneer has previously reported, forces have captured Hezbollah weapons caches at the site, established a presence at the ridge, and hosted visits by senior officers including the chief of staff. The castle's strategic position overlooking the Litani River and northern Israel makes it a key observation post.
The photo offers a rare glimpse of soldiers' downtime at the front, though operational details and the specific unit involved have not been disclosed.
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