What is white phosphorus, and why is Israel using it in Lebanon? | AJ #shorts

Al Jazeera English2 hours ago2:56

White phosphorus can cause severe burns, ignite repeatedly and produce intense heat and toxic smoke. Here’s how Israel has used it in southern Lebanon, its impact on civilians and farmland, and why its use in populated areas is restricted under international law. Al Jazeera’s Reem Takieddine @reemtakieddine explains. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

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