Did Israel drop white phosphorus bombs on Gaza after Hamas attack? Video surfaces
Israel-Palestine war news: How Pegasus spyware failed Israel during Hamas attack “When white phosphorus comes into contact with skin it creates intense and persistent burns, sometimes to the bone. Infection is common and the body's absorption of the chemical can cause serious damage to internal organs, as well as death," it said.
In a major escalation on October 7, Hamas launched a "surprise attack" on Israel, firing a barrage of rockets into the southern and central parts of the country and infiltrating its militants into the Israeli territory that killed hundreds of civilians. Videos of Hamas militants indiscriminately firing at civilians have surfaced.
Some Hamas militants also landed in Israel on parachutes where a music festival was going on. Some foreigners have also died in the surprise attack.
In retaliation, Israel has declared war and struck Gaza with missiles. According to Israeli local media cited by The Times of Israel, the death toll in Israel has jumped to 800 Israelis since Saturday's attack.
According to Israeli government, over 2400 people have been injured as well. sraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a strongly worded statement, affirmed that the Israeli retaliation has just begun, and Hamas will go through much "tough and terrible" things."Exciting news! Mint is now on WhatsApp Channels
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