11:20PM: A rocket has landed in Ofakim, 30km (18 miles) from Gaza. There is a preliminary report of a direct hit on one home. At least three rockets landed in Ofakim and another attack is reported near Gan Yavne, which is over 40km (24 miles) from Gaza.

The Israel Navy is firing missiles at unspecified targets in Gaza. Artillery batteries are also firing into Gaza.

In the north, near Nachal I’ron (Wadi Ara), a motorist escaped injuries in a firebomb attack.

UPDATE 11:30PM IL: At least two rockets landed in Ofakim, with one smashing into a home. One person is being treated at the scene, reportedly with a light-to-moderate head injury. Others are being treated for hysteria. Israel Radio reports sirens are sounding once again in Ashdod.

(Yechiel Spira – YWN Israel)