What is white phosphorus, and why is Israel using it in Lebanon?

White phosphorus can cause severe burns, ignite repeatedly and produce intense heat and toxic smoke.

Published on RocksNews: 29 Sept 2026, 21:24 UTC
Updated: 29 Sept 2026, 21:24 UTC
Language: English

What is white phosphorus, and why is Israel using it in Lebanon? — What is white phosphorus, and why is Israel using it in Lebanon? — Image credit: Al Jazeera English

White phosphorus can cause severe burns, ignite repeatedly and produce intense heat and toxic smoke.

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