What is white phosphorus? Photos of Israel's use of very dangerous banned weapons - white phosphorus

The bombs released by Israel in the sky over Gaza are very similar to white phosphorus bombs. The use of white phosphorus bombs by the United States during the Iraq War led to a large number of civilian deaths.

The Times doubts that the IDF bombs scattering a large amount of white smoke are internationally banned weapons - white phosphorus bombs. The US and UK used white phosphorus bombs during the Iraq War, drawing criticism from the international community.

White phosphorus is a colorless or light yellow, translucent waxy substance with strong irritation. Its smell is similar to garlic, it has an extremely low ignition point, once it comes into contact with oxygen it will burn, emitting yellow flames while releasing thick smoke.

White phosphorus shells are offensive incendiary weapons, similar in function to flamethrowers, containing large amounts of adhesive inside the shell which can stick to human bodies and equipment and continue to burn. They are usually used to attack exposed or flammable targets, with excellent killing effect. They were listed as prohibited weapons by the 1980 Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons adopted by the United Nations, and their use against civilians or in civilian areas is not allowed.