Marking the first anniversary of its precision strikes on Iran, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) released new footage on Friday showcasing the destruction of Iranian air defense batteries during Operation Days of Repentance, carried out on October 26, 2024.

The operation came in direct response to Iran’s massive missile barrage on Israel, an unprecedented assault that targeted both civilian and strategic locations across the country. In swift retaliation, the IDF launched a coordinated campaign targeting Iran’s military infrastructure, including advanced missile systems and nuclear facilities believed to support Tehran’s regional aggression.

The newly released footage captures moments of the strike from drone and satellite views, showing precision hits on multiple Iranian sites. According to Israeli defense officials, the operation served as a critical prelude to the 12-day conflict that erupted in June 2025 — a confrontation that crippled much of Iran’s missile and nuclear capabilities.

Operation Days of Repentance marked a turning point in Israel’s ongoing campaign to counter Iran’s influence and deter future attacks. Israeli leaders have repeatedly emphasized that the strikes were both necessary and lawful, aimed at ensuring the security of the Israeli people amid continued threats from Tehran’s proxies across the region.

While Iran continues to project defiance, Israeli analysts note that the 2024 and 2025 operations significantly degraded Iran’s ability to launch long-range attacks. Defense officials described the current release of footage as a reminder of Israel’s resolve and military precision, underscoring that the Jewish state remains prepared to act decisively against any future aggression.

As tensions remain high across the Middle East, the IDF’s commemoration of the operation signals both reflection and resolve — a clear message that Israel’s deterrence remains firm, and that Tehran’s ambitions will continue to face firm resistance.