In an exclusive interview, Motahareh Goonei recalls her time in solitary confinement at Evin Prison when it was struck by Israeli missiles on June 23. '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 states, describing the terrifying scenes as guards attempted to block inmates from escaping amidst the chaos. The attack resulted in significant casualties, with Iranian authorities reporting 80 deaths including prison personnel, patients, and nearby residents. Human Rights Watch condemned the airstrikes as unlawful and said they amounted to a potential war crime. The Israeli Defense Forces justified the attack by alleging that the facility was used for operations against Israel, but many questions remain regarding civilian safety.
'I Thought It Was the End of My Life': Inside Israel’s Strike on Iran's Evin Prison
'I Thought It Was the End of My Life': Inside Israel’s Strike on Iran's Evin Prison
A political activist recounts the terrifying moments during Israel's recent missile attack on Evin Prison, revealing the chaos, the casualties, and the aftermath.
In a gripping firsthand account, political prisoner Motahareh Goonei shares her experience during the deadly missile strike by Israel on Evin Prison. On June 23, amidst a chaotic scene of explosions and panic, many lives were lost, including staff, inmates, and civilians. The incident raises significant questions regarding the legality and humanitarian implications of the attack, with critics branding it a potential war crime.
