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January 12, 2009

Israel Criticized for Using White Phosphorus in Gaza
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Human Rights Watch has called on the Israeli military to stop using
white phosphorus in Gaza. Multiple air bursts of artillery-fired white
phosphorus have been observed in Gaza. Marc Garlasco of Human Rights
Watch said, “White phosphorous can burn down houses and cause horrific
burns when it touches the skin.” Israel has denied using the incendiary
device.



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