Lebanese authorities have carried out a comprehensive survey of Iranian nationals in the country amid rising political tensions and security concerns. The review covered individuals entering through the airport and the Syrian border, as well as members of the Iranian community living in Beirut, the southern suburbs, the south, and the Bekaa region. Diplomatic personnel, cultural and educational workers, and individuals connected to religious institutions were also included.

The move comes amid controversy over the rejected credentials of Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Reza Sheibani and his subsequent departure. Political figures outside Hezbollah and the Amal Movement backed the government’s stance, alleging that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps plays a central role in the ongoing conflict and operates command centers in Lebanon tied to rocket and drone attacks along the southern border.

The report noted that many embassy staff and affiliated personnel have recently left Lebanon with their families via Iraq, Turkey, and Russia, particularly following Israeli threats. While authorities said no confirmed Iranian officers engaged in military activity were identified, they acknowledged the possibility that some individuals could be operating under civilian cover and pledged to act against any unlawful activities in accordance with Lebanese law.