US investigating Israel’s use of white phosphorus in Gaza, Lebanon

WASHINGTON — The Wall Street Journal reported that the US Department of State is investigating allegations regarding the Israeli Air Force's use of white phosphorus in its airstrikes on the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.اضافة اعلان

According to US officials cited by the newspaper, the investigation aims to determine whether the weapons provided by the US to Israel were improperly used, resulting in civilian casualties, Al-Ghad reported.

The report also highlights that authorities are probing the airstrike on the Jabalia refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip on October 31, 2023, which tragically led to the deaths of over 125 individuals.
Furthermore, the WSJ noted that investigators suspect Israel may have utilized a bomb weighing approximately 907 kilograms.


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