Iran05 April, 20261 min read
Iran Shoots Down US C-130 and Two Black Hawk Helicopters Near Isfahan
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Iran claims it shot down a US C-130 refueling aircraft near Isfahan. Some reports claim two U.S. Black Hawk helicopters were shot down.
US Rescue Mission Falters
Iranian forces shot down a US C-130 and two Black Hawk helicopters during a rescue operation near Isfahan. The Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters announced enemy flying objects were destroyed in a joint operation.
Iran's police commando unit claimed responsibility for destroying the C-130, described as a refueling plane. The US confirmed the successful rescue of both crew members but did not immediately address how the aircraft were lost.
Comparisons to Tabas
Iran's Revolutionary Guards drew a direct parallel to the failed 1980 Operation Eagle Claw. The IRGC said Trump the gambler, the God of the sands of Tabas is still here. The incident occurred near the yellow line of Iranian-controlled territory.
Conflicting Claims
US special forces had been deployed to locate the downed F-15 crew member. Two US C-130 planes meant to extract the pilots were destroyed in conflicting narratives. No official statement had been issued by the US regarding the Iranian claims.