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UN accuses Israel over phosphorus

The head of the UN aid agency in Gaza has accused the Israeli military of firing white phosphorus shells at its compound.

John Ging, of Unrwa, told the BBC that in spite of discussions with the Israeli liaison, "three rounds that emitted phosphorus" hit a corner of the Gaza City facility.

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