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‘Phosphorus bombs weren’t used in Gaza’

Published: 23 January, 2009, 10:54
Edited: 04 February, 2010, 19:40

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The Israelis probably used phosphorous as lighting for aerial attacks, but not as bombs, and definitely not against the civilian population, says Middle East expert, Dr. Raanan Gissin.

Read also – White Phosphorus Legally Allowed for Israeli Army

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