Israel’s use of white phosphorus in military operations in Gaza & Lebanon is putting civilians at risk of serious & long-term injuries - @hrw https://t.co/N9xYzSv9o8 New @hrw Q & A on white phosphorus, which can be used as a smokescreen or a weapon: https://t.co/Kw2OwQtjWf pic.twitter.com/YEfuIYSRtA
— Mary Wareham (@marywareham) October 12, 2023
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:21am on 13 Oct 2023,Friday International
Human Rights Watch has accused Israel of using white phosphorus munitions in military operations in Gaza and Lebanon, posing risks to civilians. Videos verified by HRW show white phosphorus airbursts along the Israel-Lebanon border and over Gaza City. Israel's military said it is unaware of white phosphorus use in Gaza but did not comment on Lebanon. White phosphorus can cause severe burns and smoke inhalation. Israel has come under criticism before for its use of the incendiary munitions, which can be weaponized or used as smokescreens. The allegations come as Israel conducts heavy airstrikes on Gaza while trading fire with Hezbollah along the Lebanese border.
