# Iranian political response to Hezbollah losses > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/iranian-political-response-to-hezbollah-losses > Updated: 2026-09-28T16:05:59.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Following the loss of the strategic Ali al-Tahir heights and tunnels in southern Lebanon to Israel, Iranian political figures and supporters of Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf have criticized Mojtaba Khamenei. Critics on social media have labeled the current political direction a “delusion of power” and a series of strategic miscalculations, particularly noting that the loss occurred after a unilateral ceasefire agreement was signed. Other grievances raised by these figures include the failure to close the Strait of Hormuz and a surge in the US dollar exchange rate. In response to the regional situation, Mojtaba Khamenei issued a message honoring the late Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, describing him as a figure who elevated Lebanon’s importance. Khamenei stated that the leadership of the Resistance now rests with Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem and characterized the current period in Lebanon as “special and glorious days for Lebanon and all fighters of the Resistance.” ## Timeline ### 2026-09-28: Mojtaba Khamenei honors Hassan Nasrallah and Hezbollah leadership Iranian leader Mojtaba Khamenei honored late Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, stating Naim Qassem will now lead the Resistance. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mojtaba-khamenei-honors-hassan-nasrallah-and-hezbollah-leadership ### 2026-09-05: Iranian political figures criticize Mojtaba Khamenei after loss of Ali al-Tahir Iranian political figures linked to the Ghalibaf faction have criticized Mojtaba Khamenei following Israel's seizure of strategic Ali al-Tahir heights in Lebanon. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-political-figures-criticize-mojtaba-khamenei-after-loss-of-ali-al-tahir --- Cite as: Iranian political response to Hezbollah losses. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/iranian-political-response-to-hezbollah-losses