Experts petition UN to protect Lebanon's ancient sites, like Baalbek, amid Israel conflict.

Cultural experts have petitioned the United Nations to protect Lebanon's heritage sites, especially ancient Roman ruins like Baalbek, amid the ongoing conflict with Israel. The petition calls for "no-target zones" and international observers to safeguard these UNESCO World Heritage sites, which are at risk from military actions. The conflict has caused significant damage to historical sites and displaced over a million people.

November 17, 2024
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