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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.

Al JazeeraSeptember 29, 20261 min read
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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.

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