Israeli Navy vessels took part in firing toward Gazan civilians approaching Gaza Humanitarian Fund (GHF) food distribution centers, described by the IDF as "deterrent fire." The ships fired their cannons toward groups of civilians who approached the distribution centers outside operating hours. These incidents occurred in early June. The IDF confirmed this information, saying the firing was conducted "on a few occasions," emphasizing that it was not directed into the food distribution centers. Additionally, they claimed the fire was not aimed at harming civilians.