Iran's judiciary says at least 71 people were killed in Israel's Monday attack on the notorious Evin prison in Tehran
TEHRAN, IRAN, JUN 30 – Iranian judiciary confirmed 71 deaths in Israeli airstrike on Evin Prison, with 35 staff and 2 inmates among casualties, followed by forced prisoner transfers under harsh conditions.
- An Israeli airstrike hit Tehran's Evin Prison on June 23, 2025, killing at least 71 people including inmates, staff, visitors, and nearby civilians.
- The strike occurred amid Israel's Operation Rising Lion, a mid-June campaign responding to concerns over Iran's nuclear program and escalating missile exchanges.
- Judiciary-Shared images revealed damage to the prison's administrative, medical, and visiting areas, sparking human rights concerns about detainee safety and treatment.
- Judiciary spokesperson Asghar Jahangir confirmed the casualties included administrative staff, soldiers, prisoners, family members, and a bystander, while Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar warned Iran to stop targeting civilians.
- The strike preceded a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran on June 24, raising hopes for reduced hostilities and progress toward resolving regional conflicts including in Gaza.
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According to Iranian sources, dozens of people have been killed in the attack on the Evin Detention Centre, where activists and Europeans are also imprisoned. Human rights activists strongly criticize Israel's actions.
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On June 23, Israel launched several missiles at Tehran’s Evin Prison, describing the notorious site as a “tool of repression.” While some Iranians initially celebrated the strike, the human cost has been heartbreaking.
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