For me, hell was not the moment Israel attacked; hell was the moment they wouldn't open the door [of the cell] for us, says Motahareh Goonei, who was in solitary confinement at Evin Prison when it was struck by missiles on June 23. This incident marked the deadliest Israeli airstrike on Iranian soil, resulting in the deaths of at least 80 individuals, including prison staff, inmates, and visitors. The Israel Defense Forces claim the facility was being used for intelligence operations. Human Rights Watch reported that the airstrikes were indiscriminately conducted, suggesting they may constitute a war crime. Eyewitness accounts detail the chaos within the prison as inmates attempted to rescue guards and medical personnel amid thick smoke and ongoing fear of further attacks.
Inside Israel’s Attack on Iran's Evin Prison: Eyewitness Accounts

Inside Israel’s Attack on Iran's Evin Prison: Eyewitness Accounts
An exclusive interview reveals harrowing experiences from within Evin Prison during a deadly Israeli missile strike, showcasing civilian casualties and the aftermath.
In the aftermath of a targeted Israeli missile strike on Evin Prison, political activist Motahareh Goonei recounts her horrifying experiences. The strike, aimed allegedly at intelligence operations, led to massive casualties, sparking international condemnation over potential war crimes.