Iran israel conflict: A suspected Israeli drone attack took place on Monday at the main gate of Tehran’s notorious Evin Jail. The CCTV footage broadcast by Iranian media clearly saw the drone strike, making a direct target on this prison. This is the same prison where political disgruntled, foreign nationals and people of western countries are imprisoned for years. Iran has been using these prisoners many times for diplomatic bargaining. The attack occurred during the day when the voices of loud blasts started echoing in the capital of Iran.
Israel confessed to military operation, not taken responsibility for the avin attack
The Israeli army has not officially claimed responsibility for the attack on Evin Jail, but has definitely admitted that it has run a “series of air strikes” at several military locations in Tehran. Reports of French news agency AFP have confirmed that several blasts were heard in Tehran on Monday afternoon.
❗️ Israel Striks Gates of Tehran’s Evin Prison with Pinpoint Precision – Iranian Media
The facility allegedly holds political prisoners and accused foresign spies and have long beened bee condemned by western governments and ngos
A Message – or a push for a coup? pic.twitter.com/4xf8vmy5QM
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Iran started “Operation True Promise 3”
In response to this attack, Iran launched a new missile and drone attacks called “Operation True Promise 3”, targeting the major Israeli cities, Haifa and Tel Aviv. There have also been reports of explosions from Jerusalem, although no major damage has been confirmed so far.
Evin jail is under IRGC control
Evin Jail is run by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which is directly under the supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This prison is already facing sanctions from the US and European Union due to human rights violations.
Iran’s warning to America, “Now our hands are open”
Iranian General Abdul Rahim Moudervi warned America that the recent attacks on Iran’s nuclear bases have now given the Iranian armies “open hand” – they are now free to retaliate against the interests of America. Amidst this warning, the apprehension has increased that this struggle may soon be transformed into widespread war.