New Delhi, Mar 30: Iranian authorities have alleged that a United States airstrike targeting Mashhad airport on Monday caused damage to a civilian aircraft belonging to Mahan Air, potentially affecting a planned humanitarian operation involving India.
Officials in Iran stated that the aircraft was scheduled to travel to New Delhi later this week to transport critical medical supplies and relief materials intended for civilians. The reported damage has raised concerns about delays or disruption to the mission.
There has been no official confirmation from US authorities regarding the strike or the reported impact on the aircraft.
Sources indicated that the plane was expected to land in the Indian capital on April 1 as part of ongoing humanitarian coordination between the two countries.
Earlier this month, India dispatched its first batch of medical assistance to Iran via the Iranian Red Crescent Society, in a gesture of support. The Iranian embassy in New Delhi had expressed gratitude towards India for the aid.
Mahan Air, a privately operated airline, maintains flight connectivity across regions including West Asia, Central Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and East Asia.