Israel's airstrike on Evin Prison in Tehran kills 71 people

Israel's attack on Evin Prison in Tehran, Iran, on June 23 resulted in the death of 71 individuals, according to Iranian judiciary spokesperson Asghar Jahangir.

The airstrike marked a shift in Israel's targets from military and nuclear sites to symbols of Iran's ruling system.

Jahangir stated that those killed in the attack included administrative staff, military service members, detainees, visitors, and nearby residents.

Following the attack, detainees were relocated to other prisons in Tehran province.

Evin Prison houses foreign nationals, including two French citizens who have been detained for three years.

Iran held a mass funeral for military commanders and officials killed in Israeli airstrikes during a 12-day conflict that led to hundreds of casualties on both sides.

The war began with Israeli strikes on Iranian facilities, resulting in significant damage and casualties.

Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Israeli targets, leading to further casualties and destruction.

The conflict escalated with the US joining in and a ceasefire being brokered to prevent further escalation.

According to the source: The Express Tribune.