Iran embassy’s “Lebanon - the heart of Iran” post sparks backlash

A social media post by the Iranian Embassy in Beirut has triggered a strong wave of criticism and heated online debate across the region.

The embassy published an image on platform X featuring a map combining Iran and Lebanon, accompanied by the caption: “Lebanon — the heart of Iran,” Caliber.Az reports, citing Al Arabiya.

#لبنان هو قلب #إيران pic.twitter.com/xOON45UmE3

— السفارة الإيرانية- لبنان (@IranEmbassyLB) June 8, 2026

The post appeared to suggest deep, intertwined destinies between the two countries.

The publication drew sharp reactions from users, many of whom accused Iran of exerting a harmful influence on Lebanon.

Critics claimed Tehran’s policies have contributed to the deterioration of the situation in the country.

Others specifically targeted Hezbollah, blaming the Iran-backed group for dragging Lebanon into broader regional conflicts.

Several commentators also called on Iran to refrain from interfering in Lebanon’s internal affairs.

By Bakhtiyar Abbasov