Israeli strikes on Evin prison

Israeli strikes on Evin prison
Part of the Twelve-Day War and the Middle Eastern crisis (2023–present)
Evin Prison
Location within Iran
LocationEvin Prison in Tehran, Iran
Date23 June 2025
Attack type
Airstrikes
Deaths79+
Perpetrator Israel Defense Forces

On 23 June 2025, Israel struck Evin Prison in Tehran, Iran, marking the deadliest attack during the Twelve-Day War.

According to Iranian media, activists, and human rights groups, the attack on Evin killed 79 people and wounded dozens, including prison guards, prisoners, family members visiting and others.