2 min readUpdated: Apr 5, 2026 03:31 PM ISTTwo men inspect a destroyed building within the Grand Hosseiniyeh complex, that officials say was hit by US-Israeli airstrikes. (Photo: AP)As the US-israel Iran war entered the 27th day, the spokesperson for the Unified Command of the Iranian Armed Forces said in a broadcast statement that an on-ground assessment shows two C-130 planes and two Blackhawk helicopters were downed south of Isfahan.ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEOApart from those, several other aircrafts were destroyed during the US mission to find a stranded airman in Iran, the Revolutionary Guards said on Sunday according to Tasnim news agency.IRGC PR: A U.S. enemy #aircraft searching for the downed fighter pilot was destroyed in southern Isfahan. Further details to follow.#Iran #IRGC #BreakingNews #Pilot #War pic.twitter.com/UeJWSDPbJo— Consulate General of the I.R. Iran in Mumbai (@IRANinMumbai) April 5, 2026“During a joint operation (Aerospace, Ground Force, Popular Units, Basij and Police command), enemy aircraft were destroyed,” the group said after Iran’s police command announced an American C-130 plane had been downed in the south of Isfahan.Before that, Iran’s army also said they had downed an Israeli drone in the same province.Tehran continued to experience the “longest” internet outage for any country ever, surpassing in severity all previous similar incidents, NetBlocks Internet Observatory noted.The Express Global Desk at The Indian Express delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...Live BlogSRH vs LSG LIVE Score, IPL 2026: LSG opt to bowl first in Hyderabad, Liam Livingstone comes in for SRH4 minutes agoAssembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Stalin calls DMK manifesto ‘superstar’, unveils key welfare promises5 minutes agoUS, Israel, Iran War Live Updates: Two C-130 aircraft and two Black Hawk helicopters destroyed, says Iran8 minutes agoDhurandhar 2 Worldwide Box Office Day 17 LIVE Updates: Narendra Modi backs Dhurandhar amid ‘propaganda’ debate; Ranveer Singh starrer nears Rs 1000 crore18 minutes agoDubai Iran War News Live Updates: Iranian drones target Bahrain’s Gulf petrochemical industries; fire under control2 hours ago