Syrian Minister of Culture Lubanah Mshaweh urged international organizations “to help Syria protect Aleppo citadel from the attacks of terrorists and preserve the old city and its cultural heritage sites.”
The Minister, in a statement, referred to the need for cooperation with the Syrian government to rescue what has been remained of historic features in Aleppo, FARS news agency reported citing Syrian media.
She clarified that the latest reports from different sides affirm that the volume of damage that hit the city’s cultural heritage has exceeded the last year’s statistics which mentioned that various parts of 121 buildings, in addition to old markets, have come under fire.
She warned against the dangers of threats posed by the rebel groups to blow up Aleppo citadel, the most remarkable site which shows the history of region.
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