Iranian aircraft undergoes thorough and suspicious inspection at Beirut International Airport
On Thursday evening, Beirut International Airport implemented rigorous and highly unusual security protocols...
Late Thursday evening, Beirut International Airport implemented stringent and unprecedented security protocols targeting an Iranian aircraft operated by Mahan Airlines. The flight, which was transporting Lebanese passengers, drew significant criticism from those on board, who expressed their dissatisfaction with the enhanced security measures.
Security agencies conducted an extensive inspection of passengers’ luggage for several hours, prompting protests from motorcades near the airport and sparking widespread outrage on social media platforms.
Activists have reported that comprehensive inspections of Iranian aircraft commenced several weeks ago, with the participation of U.S. officials.
According to Al-Hadath, a Saudi news outlet, citing Western sources, Iran is reportedly planning to funnel millions of dollars to Hezbollah through a Mahan Airlines flight.
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The recent security protocols implemented involved the inspection of a suitcase belonging to an Iranian diplomat stationed at the embassy in Beirut. This action has sparked controversy as it contravenes the Vienna Convention, which mandates diplomatic immunity.
Lebanon’s Interior Minister, Bassam Mawlawi, announced that security agencies carried out an inspection of the Iranian aircraft, following directives issued to them.
Diplomatic and security officials engaged in prolonged discussions spanning several hours to alleviate the heightened tensions precipitated by the recent developments.
