Unconventional Weapons Used in Israel’s Strikes on Lebanon
Israel has been accused of using unconventional weapons, such as depleted uranium, in its recent massive strikes across Lebanon. The attacks have resulted in the deaths of at least 1,437 people and the displacement of over 1.34 million individuals.
Lebanon’s Atomic Energy Commission is investigating Israel’s use of depleted uranium in weapons like phosphorus bombs and bunker-buster bombs, particularly in the strikes on Beirut. The intensity of the explosions, especially in Beirut’s Dahiyeh suburbs, has raised suspicions of unconventional weapons being employed.
Concerns over these weapons were initially raised by Lebanon’s Syndicate of Chemists, noting the unique characteristics of the smoke and the destructive nature of the explosions. The head of the Atomic Energy Commission confirmed the collection of samples from attack sites for further analysis.
The use of white phosphorus, banned under international law, has also been reported in densely populated areas. Additionally, questions have been raised about the use of cluster munitions by Israel in its recent attacks on Lebanon.
Hezbollah has accused Israel of using internationally banned cluster bombs in border towns in southern Lebanon, adding to the escalating conflict between the two parties.