Israel's Use of White Phosphorus in Gaza and Lebanon: Human Rights Watch Report

Human Rights Watch has accused Israel of using white phosphorus munitions in its military operations in Gaza and Lebanon, putting civilians at risk of serious and long-term injury. The Israeli military denies the accusation, stating that it has not deployed such munitions. Human Rights Watch claims to have verified videos showing the use of white phosphorus in both Gaza and Lebanon, while Palestinian TV channels have also broadcasted footage of white smoke allegedly caused by these munitions in Gaza. White phosphorus is not banned as a chemical weapon under international conventions, but it can cause serious burns and start fires.