As reported on August 22, by the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), the atmosphere is tense in Gohardasht (Rajai-Shahr) Prison in Karaj, north-west of Tehran, following the spike in executions over the past few weeks.
The number of prison guards has been increased, and the prison roof is covered with security personnel, according to reports from prisoners in wards 3 and 4 of Gohardasht.