Threats to Baalbek and Tyre: UNESCO Sites at Risk

by Robert Edwards, Arab News.

The ancient ruins of Baalbek and Tyre, UNESCO World Heritage sites, face grave threats from escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Airstrikes have endangered these historical landmarks, sparking concerns among archaeologists and heritage advocates. Efforts by ALIPH and UNESCO focus on safeguarding cultural treasures and supporting displaced heritage workers amid ongoing devastation.

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