At least 20 Palestinians were killed in shootings at US- and Israel-supported Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) food distribution centers in southern Gaza on Monday. The Gaza Health Ministry reported that the victims were trying to access aid. The UN considers the GHF ineffective and aligned with Israeli military objectives. Near-daily shootings targeting Palestinians seeking aid have been reported. Israel has not yet commented, but previously stated it fired warning shots. Independent verification of death tolls is hampered by Israeli media restrictions. The UN warns of famine risk for Gaza's 2 million residents, and international pressure mounts on Israel to increase aid access.

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