Israel used white phosphorus to scorch earth in south Lebanon, researcher says
Human Rights Watch and others say they have documented use of weapon in civilian areas during war on Gaza
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/25/israel-white-phosphorus-south-lebanon-researchers

from #TheGuardian

March 25, 2026

When the M825-series 155mm artillery projectile bursts, expelling its felt wedges containing #WhitePhosphorus, it leaves a distinctive knuckle-shaped plume. That is how #HumanRightsWatch (HRW) researchers said they were able to verify that #Israel was again using the notorious weapon over south #Lebanon, reigniting accusations that it is breaking the laws of war.

The New York-based rights group said it had verified and geolocated eight images showing airburst white phosphorus munitions exploding over residential areas in the southern Lebanese town of Yohmor in the opening days of Israelโ€™s assault during the #war on Gaza.

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Israel used white phosphorus to scorch earth in south Lebanon, researcher says

Human Rights Watch and others say they have documented use of weapon in civilian areas during war on Gaza

The Guardian