Official dismisses reports that Iranian delegation searched at Beirut airport

A member of the delegation accompanying Ali Larijani, an advisor to Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, during his recent visit to Lebanon categorically rejected media reports that the diplomatic team was searched by security at Beirut airport.

News ID: 5424

Date: 17 November 2024 - 08:22

TABNAK, Nov, 17 : The Iranian delegation was received by Lebanese officials in accordance with standard diplomatic protocols, the official told Lebanese al-Mayadeen News Agency,

He emphasized that reports from certain Arab-language media outlets suggesting that members of the Iranian delegation were searched by security staff at Beirut Airport are unfounded.

“Some media are attempting to create mischief regarding Larijani's successful visit,” he added.

These remarks come in response to claims from various Arabic media sources suggesting that upon Larijani's arrival, airport security personnel requested that he and his team open their bags for inspection and pass through scanners.

Larijani, a prominent member of Iran's Expediency Council, arrived in Beirut on Friday morning after meeting with high-ranking Syrian officials in Damascus.