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Israel’s White Phosphorus Strikes Devastate Southern Lebanon's Agriculture

12/4/2025

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Ahmad Baydoun, lead researcher, reports Israel used white phosphorus munitions in southern Lebanon from October 2023 through November 2024, causing significant damage.
Phosphorus munitions can reach 800°C.
The study records 28,700 fragments left behind.
The study finds 39% of strikes hit civilian areas.
Olive oil showed no phosphorus traces, while soil tests revealed high phosphorus concentrations, and the United Nations reported over $704 million in agricultural losses.

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Ahmad Baydoun, lead researcher, reports Israel used white phosphorus munitions in southern Lebanon from October 2023 through November 2024, causing significant damage.
Phosphorus munitions can reach 800°C.
The study records 28,700 fragments left behind.
The study finds 39% of strikes hit civilian areas.
Olive oil showed no phosphorus traces, while soil tests revealed high phosphorus concentrations, and the United Nations reported over $704 million in agricultural losses.