white phosphorus
Coverage of white phosphorus in the Nexus archive.
- Middle East crisis live: Iran denies Trump’s claims that talks due to take place
Iran denies U.S. President Trump's claim that talks with the U.S. are set for Monday, stating no delegation plans exist. Israeli forces reportedly dropped phosphorus shells in southern Lebanon, causing fires in civilian areas, which Amnesty International notes violates international humanitarian law restrictions on such munitions.
- South Korea orders residents to evacuate after reported white phosphorus leak at US base
South Korean authorities ordered evacuations near a U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek after a suspected white phosphorus leak. The U.S. 51st Fighter Wing established a 300-meter cordon and conducted decontamination, later lifting the alert with no injuries reported.
- S. Korean officials order evacuation after reported white phosphorus leak at US base
South Korean authorities ordered evacuations near Seoul due to a reported white phosphorus leak at a U.S. military base. The incident occurred on Tuesday but no further details were provided.
- South Korean officials order residents to evacuate after reported white phosphorus leak at US base
South Korean authorities ordered evacuations near a U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek after a reported white phosphorus leak. The evacuation was lifted after decontamination, with police establishing a perimeter and the U.S. military stating a ground mishap prompted safety measures.
- Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. What is it?
Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. White phosphorus is not banned under international law but can cause 'cruel injuries' and indiscriminate harm in civilian areas.
- Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. What is it?
Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. White phosphorus is not banned under international law but can cause cruel injuries and indiscriminate harm in civilian areas.
- ‘A shock to all Lebanese’: Israel sends a message as it takes ancient fort
Israel has captured Beaufort Castle in south Lebanon for the first time in 26 years, using white phosphorus smoke to obscure advancing soldiers. The ancient fortress, historically significant from Crusader-era conflicts, now flies the Israeli flag, evoking memories of past occupations and regional tensions.