White Phosphorus Use Raises Controversy Over Civilian Harm
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- •White phosphorus ignites on contact with air and produces dense white smoke.
- •It is used by militaries primarily for signaling, illumination, and creating smoke screens.
- •Exposure to white phosphorus can cause deep burns and long-term injuries to humans.
- •International law restricts the use of incendiary weapons in populated areas to protect civilians.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If a military force increases white phosphorus use in populated areas civilian casualties and international condemnation could rise, affecting the conflict's political and humanitarian landscape
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