Israel - October 07, 2023

Exactly one year after the harrowing events of October 7th, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have released exclusive footage capturing the intensity of the battle that unfolded in the southern Israeli city of Sderot. This footage, released to commemorate and reflect on the day, provides a raw glimpse into one of the fiercest engagements of that day at the Sderot police station.

The video, which has only now been made public, documents the fierce combat involving reservists from the 188th Brigade, alongside engineers from the Southern Command and officers from the 401st Brigade, all under the command of then-Colonel Benny Aharon of the 401st Brigade. This coalition of forces formed a formidable tank team, confronting a heavily fortified position taken over by terrorists.

The battle at the Sderot police station stands out not only for its strategic importance but for the sheer ferocity of the fighting. As seen in the footage, the tank team, supported by other security forces, engaged in a relentless battle to reclaim the station, which had become a stronghold for the attackers. The video captures the chaotic and dangerous conditions under which the IDF soldiers operated, showcasing their bravery and determination amidst the chaos.