2023-12-12 11:50:15
The Israeli military is accused of using white phosphorus bombs in southern Lebanon in October, injuring at least nine civilians. White phosphorus bombs can cause severe burns to the skin and are prohibited from being used as chemical weapons by international law. The Washington Post even revealed that these white phosphorus bombs were made in the United States, which aroused great concern from the White House and the U.S. State Department. However, the Israeli military rebutted and emphasized that everything was legal.
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The shell burst into flames and scattered white smoke in the air. It was suspected to be a “white phosphorus bomb” banned as a chemical weapon by international law. The Israeli military was accused of using white phosphorus bombs multiple times in southern Lebanon in October, and it was suspected to be made by the United States. , causing concern from the White House and the U.S. State Department.
Shells burst into flames in the air. Photo/AP, Archyde.com, CNN
U.S. National Security Council spokesman Kirby said, “We are very concerned, and we will make more inquiries to try to learn more regarding the situation.” U.S. State Department spokesman Miller said, “We look forward to all countries that receive our military assistance using these aids.” All countries will fully abide by international humanitarian law and the laws of war, and Israel is no exception.”
White phosphorus bombs attack 9 trees, damage 40,000 olive trees, Israeli military rejects “legal use”
The Washington Post reported that the serial numbers found on the three shell fragments showed that they were manufactured in the United States in 1989 and 1992. This time, the Israeli army was accused of using white phosphorus bombs to attack southern Lebanon, injuring nine civilians and burning In response to the loss of 40,000 olive trees, Israeli military spokesman Hagari emphasized, “Our actions follow a clear guideline, which is to legally abide by international law.”
White phosphorus bombs may burn skin and cause death, but can be used as battlefield lighting and banned as weapons
White phosphorus bombs are self-igniting and can cause severe skin burns and even death. They are prohibited by international law from being used near civilian facilities. However, they can be legally used for battlefield lighting or to create smoke to conceal the whereregardings of troops. However, it is unclear whether they are used by the Israeli military in attacks. Lebanon, suspected of war crimes? Strict investigations by the United States and the international community are needed.
International Center/Compiled by Liu Renhao Editor/Zeng Yixin
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