The first and notorious director of Evin Prison who was assassinated

While the Iranian government maintains that Evin Prison is a necessary facility for maintaining law and order, many view it as a symbol of oppression. The narratives surrounding the prison often highlight the broader issues of freedom of expression and political repression in Iran. Activists and human rights organizations continue to call for reform and for the release of those unjustly detained, arguing that a truly just society cannot thrive under such oppressive conditions.