Tuesday marks two weeks since a US-led organization launched food distribution efforts in the Gaza Strip. Gaza authorities say more than 130 people were killed during the period.

Severe shortages of food are continuing in Gaza, as Israel continues its military operation and restricts the entry of humanitarian aid into the enclave.

The US-led Gaza Humanitarian Foundation began distributing food late last month, in place of a UN-backed support program. The foundation said it has so far delivered more than 10 million meals to residents.

However, people were reportedly killed and injured as Israeli forces opened fire on crowds around distr ibution sites. Local authorities said on Monday more than 130 civilians were killed during the two weeks.

Israel's military said it had fired warning shots at people who came close to its troops. It also said Hamas is exaggerating the number of casualties.

The United Nation has criticized the US-led group's program because it is forcing residents to travel to where food is delivered. The UN is calling on Israel to lift its restrictions on food delivery.

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