An investigation by the Associated Press has revealed that American contractors guarding aid distribution sites in Gaza have been using live ammunition, stun grenades, and pepper spray against Palestinians seeking food. These contractors work for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.- and Israeli-backed organization. Multiple videos and eyewitness accounts obtained by AP show security personnel firing live rounds and deploying stun grenades as hungry Palestinians scramble for food aid amid the ongoing Israeli siege. Two U.S. contractors speaking anonymously described the use of live fire and stun grenades, stating that staff appeared to have an open license to act with little oversight. The reports also include descriptions of gunfire bursts, with contractors openly acknowledging hitting individuals. This use of force has reportedly resulted in injuries and fatalities among civilians at the aid sites. The revelations have been corroborated by several media outlets and eyewitnesses, highlighting concerns over the conduct of security personnel at U.S.-backed humanitarian operations in Gaza.