Critical Thoughts

Israel is facing accusations of using white phosphorous in its offensive in the Gaza Strip. Israel has neither cofirmed or denied the use of the chemical, thought to be dangerous for civilians. In absence of an Israeli clarification, debate is growing on whether using the chemical is legally and ethically permissible.

Al Jazeera‘s Jacky Rowland spoke with Marc Garlasco, a weapons expert, who says there is little doubt that the Israelis are using white phosphorous.