What did Israel bomb in Gaza?

Palestinians say the balloons aim to pressure Israel to ease its blockade on the besieged territory.

Did Israel drop white phosphorus?

Israel’s military has denied the use of white phosphorus in attacks on Gaza. This comes after hundreds took to social media claiming the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) were using the toxic munitions against Palestinians in the coastal enclave.

What are Hamas and Israel fighting over?

Gaza is ruled by the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which has fought Israel many times. Israel and Egypt tightly control Gaza’s borders to stop weapons getting to Hamas. Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank say they are suffering because of Israeli actions and restrictions.

Are phosphorus bombs illegal?

While in general white phosphorus is an industrial chemical not subject to restriction, certain uses in weaponry are banned or restricted by general international laws: in particular, those related to incendiary devices.

Are Gaza police back on the beat amid Israeli attacks?

“Gaza police back on the beat amid Israeli attacks”. Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 5 May 2010. ^ “Hamas rejects U.S. demand to recognize Israel English Xinhua”.

What happened in the Gaza Strip in 2008?

Retrieved 24 June 2018. ^ ‘In June 2008, Egypt brokered a six-month ceasefire. Israel increased the severity of its blockade of Gaza during the ceasefire, drastically restricting the entry of supplies necessary for daily living and preventing exports from leaving the Strip.

Did Israel bomb the Hamas in Gaza?

AP (Washington Post, 8/16/20) reported that “Israeli aircraft bombed several sites belonging to the militant Hamas group in the Gaza Strip”—though in the Post the article was accompanied by a photo of a boy with his destroyed home.

Are there any indictments in the Gaza War?

“Indictments in Gaza War Are Announced”. The New York Times. ^ “2010 Human Rights Report: Israel and the occupied territories”. United States Department of State. 8 April 2011.