Attack on Iran's Evin Prison
According to Iranian judiciary spokesperson Asghar Jahangir, Israel’s recent attack on Evin Prison in Tehran killed at least 71 people. Among the dead were family members of detainees who were visiting the facility. The strike is seen as a significant escalation in Israel’s regional military operations beyond Gaza and Lebanon.
Ongoing Strikes in Gaza
Meanwhile, Israeli forces killed at least 60 people in Gaza on Saturday, according to hospital sources speaking to Al Jazeera. The casualties included at least nine children in an airstrike targeting Gaza City’s Tuffah neighbourhood. The territory continues to suffer severe food shortages and humanitarian challenges as the conflict stretches into its ninth month.
Regional Escalation
The attack on Iranian soil marks one of the most direct confrontations between Israel and Iran in recent years, prompting condemnation from Tehran and warnings of potential retaliation. The Iranian government has vowed to respond while calling for international pressure on Israel to halt its military actions.
Casualty Figures and Impact
According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, Israel’s military campaign has killed at least 56,412 people and injured more than 133,000 since October 7. The humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with the United Nations repeatedly calling for ceasefire agreements and unimpeded humanitarian access.
