India-Bound Iranian Plane Hit In Strike
An Iranian aircraft scheduled to fly to India for a humanitarian mission was reportedly damaged in a US airstrike at Mashhad airport, according to Iranian officials. The claim has added a new diplomatic dimension to the conflict, as the aircraft was allegedly meant to collect medical supplies and aid from New Delhi.
India-Bound Iranian Plane Hit At Mashhad Airport
Iranian officials said a Mahan Air aircraft was damaged during a US strike on Mashhad airport on Monday. The plane was reportedly set to fly to New Delhi later this week to pick up humanitarian assistance, including medicines and medical equipment. The alleged strike has raised concerns over the safety of civilian aircraft and aid-linked operations in the conflict zone.
Humanitarian Aid Mission To India Disrupted
According to the Iranian account, the damaged aircraft was part of an ongoing humanitarian coordination effort involving India. Reports said the flight was expected to arrive in New Delhi on April 1 to collect essential supplies for Iranian civilians. Earlier this month, India had already sent a consignment of medical aid to Iran through the Iranian Red Crescent Society, making the reported disruption particularly sensitive.
US Confirmation Still Awaited
While Iran has sharply criticised the reported strike, US officials had not publicly confirmed the claim at the time of reporting. The lack of immediate corroboration means key details about the scale of the damage and the exact circumstances remain unclear. Still, the report is likely to intensify scrutiny over the widening impact of the conflict on civilian infrastructure and humanitarian channels.
