Why It Matters:
The attack on Evin Prison raises significant concerns about the protection of civilian lives and the adherence to international humanitarian law. The Iranian ambassador's call for a global response highlights the need for accountability in the face of such actions.
The Big Picture:
The silence of Western countries regarding the crimes of the Zionist regime of Israel, especially the support from the United States for the occupying Netanyahu regime, has intensified its actions, as this regime commits any crime without concern for the consequences of its actions. The attack on a civilian facility like Evin Prison underscores the broader implications for human rights and the rule of law in conflict zones.
What He Is Saying:
In his letter to Danish Minister of Justice Peter Hummelgaard Thomsen, Ambassador Mohammad-Reza Sajjadi stated, "Israel, in another blatant display of its complete disregard for human life, carried out two airstrikes on Evin Prison in northern Tehran on Monday, June 23, 2025. This attack occurred during working hours and visiting hours, indicating a deliberate targeting of civilian spaces with the intent to take as many lives as possible."
He further emphasized, "This calculated aggression aligns with Israel's ongoing pattern of violence.
The Iranian ambassador to Denmark stated that at least 79 people, including administrative staff, soldiers, prisoners, visitors, and local residents, lost their lives during the Israeli airstrike, with many others injured.
He highlighted that in an unprecedented and provocative move, the Israeli Defense Minister explicitly admitted to carrying out the attack, which not only confirms the intentional targeting of civilians but also reflects the Israeli regime's complete sense of immunity from international punishment.
Sajjadi referenced international reactions, noting that Amnesty International declared, "Deliberate attacks on civilian targets are prohibited under international humanitarian law and constitute a war crime," while the UN Human Rights Office condemned the attack as a "serious violation of humanitarian law."
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