In an exclusive interview with BBC Persian, prisoner Motahareh Goonei narrates the horrific moments as Israeli missiles struck Iran’s notorious Evin Prison on June 23. Facing imminent death, she recalls, For me, hell was not the moment Israel attacked; hell was the moment they wouldn’t open the door [of the cell] for us. She was in solitary confinement when the prison, historically a site for political prisoners, became the target of military action leading to civilian casualties. Human Rights Watch and the UN have characterized the attack as indiscriminate, raising serious concerns about legality under international humanitarian law. Eyewitness accounts reveal the grim aftermath, with reports of chaos as inmates attempted to help injured guards and medical staff amidst thick smoke... 80 lives were tragically lost in this event, which has significant implications for Israeli-Iranian tensions.
Destruction and Despair: The Attack on Evin Prison
Destruction and Despair: The Attack on Evin Prison
A harrowing account of the attack on Evin Prison in Iran, as described by a survivor who faced imminent death amidst the chaos.
The article recounts the devastating attack on Iran's Evin Prison, where Israeli missiles killed at least 80 people, including inmates, prison staff, and visitors. Survivor Motahareh Goonei shares her terrifying experience during the assault, highlighting the chaos and humanitarian efforts within the prison. Analysis reveals the scale of destruction and raises serious legal implications regarding the attack's compliance with international law.
