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Gaza war munitions investigated
Human rights groups and UN agencies have criticised suspected white phosphorus use in Gaza [Reuters]

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says it will open an investigation into Israel's alleged use of depleted uranium during the 22-day offensive in the Gaza Strip.

Wednesday's announcement came after Arab nations sent a letter to Mohammed ElBaradei, the IAEA director-general, asking the UN agency to investigate whether the controversial munitions were used in the war, which left more than 1,300 Palestinians dead.

Phosphorus investigation
The Israeli army has launched an internal investigation into the use of white phosphorus, a highly incendiary substance that can burn away flesh to the bone.