white phosphorus
Coverage of white phosphorus in the Nexus archive.
- Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. What is it?
Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. White phosphorus is not banned under international law but can cause 'cruel injuries' and indiscriminate harm in civilian areas.
- Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. What is it?
Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. White phosphorus is not banned under international law but can cause cruel injuries and indiscriminate harm in civilian areas.
- ‘A shock to all Lebanese’: Israel sends a message as it takes ancient fort
Israel has captured Beaufort Castle in south Lebanon for the first time in 26 years, using white phosphorus smoke to obscure advancing soldiers. The ancient fortress, historically significant from Crusader-era conflicts, now flies the Israeli flag, evoking memories of past occupations and regional tensions.