Report Links Alleged Israeli Use of White Phosphorus and Glyphosate to Bayer-Connected Supply Chain
A report by Medico International and Lebanese partner group Public Works has raised concerns over the alleged use of white phosphorus and glyphosate by Israeli forces in Lebanon, suggesting possible links to supply chains connected to the German chemical giant Bayer.
The report documents alleged Israeli use of white phosphorus in Lebanon and cites claims that glyphosate contamination was detected in southern Lebanon and occupied Syrian territory. Lebanese authorities reportedly found glyphosate levels significantly above normal limits, with officials describing the situation as an environmental and health threat.
Attention has focused on Bayer because it acquired Monsanto in 2018. Activists from the Coordination Against Bayer Dangers group argue there is evidence that phosphorus used in the region may originate from facilities connected to Bayer's production network in the United States.
Medico International also noted claims that glyphosate had previously been used by Israeli forces in Gaza. Bayer has denied directly supplying glyphosate to either the Israeli or US military, though debate continues over broader supply-chain links.
The report has renewed discussion in Germany over the country's industrial and military connections to conflicts in the Middle East, while allegations surrounding the use of white phosphorus and glyphosate remain politically sensitive and contested.
