Iran Confirms 71 Killed in Israeli Airstrike on Evin Prison

Iran’s judiciary has confirmed that at least 71 people were killed in an Israeli airstrike on Tehran’s Evin prison last week. The strike destroyed several sections of the prison complex, including the administrative wing, the medical centre, and visitor areas. The victims included prison guards, staff, inmates, visiting family members, and civilians living nearby.

While Israel has not directly taken responsibility for the attack, it had conducted multiple airstrikes on military targets in Tehran. The strike raised international concerns, with human rights groups and families of prisoners expressing fears for the safety of those inside.

Evin prison, located in northern Tehran, is known for housing political dissidents and dual nationals. Among its detainees are French citizens Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, held since 2022 on espionage charges. The death of top prosecutor Ali Ghanaatkar, who played a role in jailing dissidents, was also confirmed.

The attack on Evin prison was part of Israel’s broader campaign to target Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure. The conflict resulted in over 1,000 deaths in Iran, including civilians. Iran retaliated by launching ballistic missiles at Israeli cities, leading to concerns of regional escalation before a ceasefire was reached.

According to the source: Times of India.