Palestinian rockets hit building in central Israel

A salvo of rockets was launched from Gaza towards central Israel for the first time on Thursday, targeting cities near Tel Aviv. 

A four-storey building was directly hit in Rehovot city, leaving significant damage in the area.

Israeli medics said at least two people were wounded from the rocket barrage, which targeted Rehovot and Ramla.

Another barrage of rockets at Ashkelon and other southern towns and cities was launched shortly after.