The Beaufort fortress is one of the greatest symbols of combat in Lebanon. We traveled to the historic stronghold, which returned to IDF control for the first time in 26 years, and spoke with the company commanders who fought to capture the outpost and with the soldiers now preparing for battle—at one of the most strategic and important locations in the northern sector.
In special footage that aired Thursday evening, we ventured into the security zone in Lebanon and reached the Beaufort fortress—one of the greatest symbols of combat in Lebanon. Soldiers from the 75th Battalion of the Armored Corps escorted us into the site that recently returned to IDF hands after 26 years.
1+On the way to the outpost, we crossed the Litani River. From there we continued forward toward the target, toward the historic fortress that has always been visible on the horizon. After about two hours of travel, we finally reached the historic stronghold. The two company commanders who fought to capture the outpost return to the battle, to the moments under fire and to the sense of mission that has accompanied them from then until now.
This is an area that’s very complex to maneuver in. Steep mountains and a central river make passage between the points under our forces’ control difficult. But the knowledge and thought of the Israeli communities behind them drive the soldiers to overcome all the difficulties and continue the important mission.
1+Though reports have recently emerged that under the agreement between Israel and Lebanon our forces are set to withdraw from the security zone, one clear message comes from the Beaufort: The commanders and soldiers here are convinced the mission is not yet complete, and are determined to continue until victory.