In recent developments, the Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has claimed that Israel utilized phosphorus bombs during its attacks on densely populated areas in the Gaza Strip. The ministry accused “Occupied Israel” of deploying internationally prohibited white phosphorus against Palestinians in the region.
The ministry specified that the alleged use of phosphorus bombs took place in the Kerame region in northern Gaza. This assertion was echoed by Rami Abdu, President of the European-Mediterranean Human Rights Organization (Euro-Med), based in Geneva, who also highlighted the use of phosphorus weapons in densely populated northwest Gaza city areas.
With banned white phosphorus, lsrael is committing a gruesome massacre in al-Karama neighborhood, Gaza. pic.twitter.com/M79mFAWF8i
— TIMES OF GAZA (@Timesofgaza) October 10, 2023
This controversy arises amid an ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. A video purportedly showing the use of white phosphorus bombs on densely populated areas in Gaza has surfaced, sparking concerns of potential war crimes.
BREAKING: Israel is now dropping internationally-prohibited white phosphorus bombs on South Lebanon.
White phosphorus burns and incinerates upon contact.
Another blatant war crime committed with U.S. backing.
— sarah (@sahouraxo) October 10, 2023
White phosphorus is a substance that ignites at high temperatures, producing dense white smoke and causing severe burns when in contact with the skin. Human Rights Watch, based in New York, has previously reported on the use of white phosphorus by Israel in the Gaza Strip. The allegations have not yet been addressed by Israel.
Again… New Documentation emerge
Israeli forces used internationally prohibited white phosphorus at the mukhabarat area, crowded with residental buildings, west of Gaza City.
From house window of: [@SariAbdelHadi] pic.twitter.com/SHIqBbpkoF
— Younis Tirawi | يونس (@ytirawi) October 10, 2023
The international community closely monitors the situation as the conflict escalates, with experts raising alarms regarding the alleged use of white phosphorus bombs in civilian areas. White phosphorus, though not banned, is prohibited for use in heavily populated civilian areas, with potential violations constituting war crimes.
The ongoing UN investigation into the Israeli-Hamas conflict underscores the gravity of the situation, with evidence suggesting potential war crimes on both sides. The Commission of Inquiry emphasizes the need for accountability and upholding international law to protect civilians from harm. The situation remains concerning, with the Gaza Strip under a total siege, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
Stay tuned for updates as the situation unfolds and investigations progress.
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