[LUXURY]

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of 'unlawfully' using white phosphorus in new Lebanon attacks

The NGO released a report stating that verified images showed airburst white phosphorus munitions being deployed over a residential town in southern Lebanon.

Editorial Staff  ·  2026-03-09  ·  1 MIN READ

Summary

Human Rights Watch claims Israel's use of white phosphorus is unlawful.
The report includes verified images of the munitions in action.
White phosphorus can cause severe harm to civilians.

Key Facts

Fact	Value
Source	Le Monde
Published Date	2026-03-09

Sources

Le Monde: https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2026/03/09/human-rights-watch-accuses-israel-of-unlawfully-using-white-phosphorus-in-new-lebanon-attacks_6751264_4.html

Updates

Update at 23:05 UTC on 2026-03-09

France 24 reported Human Rights Watch claims Israel unlawfully deployed white phosphorus munitions in residential areas of Yohmor, Lebanon.

Sources: France 24