Israeli attacks in Lebanon and Nabatiyeh kill several
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 01:39 UTC
- Sources: BBC World News, Middle East Eye
White phosphorus has reportedly been used by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, killing two people and wounding others. The incident occurred in the town of Nabatiyeh. BBC reports that an attack in Nabatiyeh killed two, while Middle East Eye reports a separate incident with white phosphorus use.
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