Beirut: Israeli forces carried out artillery shelling using phosphorus munitions Thursday targeting towns in southern Lebanon, according to Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA).

According to Anadolu Agency, the shelling struck areas facing Israeli troop movements, including Deir Seryan, Qantara, Taybeh, Yohmor al-Shaqif, Zawtar, Froun, Ghandoorieh and Borj Qalaouiye. The agency reported there was no immediate information on casualties or damage following the attack.

The incident has raised concerns over the use of such munitions, which are controversial due to their potential to cause severe burns and fires. Local authorities are closely monitoring the situation, although further details on the impact of the shelling have yet to emerge.