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

– RT (@RT_COM) June 23, 2025

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.

Israel Attack on Iran: Iran has made a big and decisive reshuffle under its military leadership amid growing struggle in Middle East. On Friday (13 June 2025), Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei issued an official order appointing Major General Amir Hatami as the Chief Commander of the Army of Islamic Republic of Iran. This appointment has been done at a time when the major air strike by Israel has challenged Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities, and Iran has also started retaliation under “Operation True Promise”.

Amir Hatami has been the former Defense Minister of Iran. He was the Foreign Minister of the country of 2013 to 2021. He has a military experience of over three decades. He has a strong hold in military establishments and intelligence mechanisms. He has played a role in many major strategic missions. Khamenei wrote in his appointment announcement that I appoint him as commander of the army in view of the dedication, ability and experience of Amir Hatami. Now the time is that you strengthen war preparation, ideological base and military coordination with a revolutionary approach.

Change after killing General Mohammad Hussain Bagheri
Major General Syed Abdulraheem Mausvi, who was the first army chief. He has now been appointed Chief of Staff of Armed Forces. This reshuffle has been done after the murder of General Mohammad Hussain Bagheri, who was recently killed in an Israeli attack. It is clear from this change that Iran is now moving towards making its military command structure more strong and aggressive.

The purpose of Israeli attack
Israel launched the largest military attack under Operation Rising Lion. During this period, Iran’s nuclear base, senior military commander, and major infrastructure were targeted. In the UN, the Iranian representative said that 78 people died in the attack, while more than 320 were injured. In its retaliation, Iran immediately started Operation True Promise and showered long -range missiles on Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. In this, 2 Israeli died, while 78 people were injured.