In an exclusive interview with BBC Persian, political activist Motahareh Goonei recalls her terrifying experience during the Israeli missile strike on Evin Prison, which occurred on June 23. Locked in solitary confinement, she recalls the explosion that shook the facility and her frantic attempts to escape as guards threatened inmates instead of aiding them. This tragic incident, deemed the deadliest strike on Iranian soil due to high civilian casualties, left approximately eighty dead, many of whom were not combatants. As the international community scrutinizes this military action, reports from Human Rights Watch describe the airstrikes as possibly constituting war crimes. Eyewitness accounts detail a chaotic scene as other prisoners tried to assist injured guards and medical staff during the crisis, showcasing a complex human response in the face of agony.
Unveiling the Tragedy: Inside Israel’s Deadly Attack on Evin Prison
Unveiling the Tragedy: Inside Israel’s Deadly Attack on Evin Prison
An eye-opening account from a political prisoner reveals harrowing details of the attack on Evin Prison in Iran, shedding light on the civilian casualties and the circumstances surrounding this controversial military strike.
In a heart-wrenching interview, political activist Motahareh Goonei describes the fear and chaos as her solitary cell was engulfed in smoke following a targeted Israeli missile strike on Evin Prison. Official reports indicate over 80 casualties, calling into question the legality and ethics of the attack amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran.
