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Iran’s Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System (Twitter)

March 10th, 2019 - 12:52 GMT

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Iran’s Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System is under threat of excessive amounts of mineral salt and wastewaters that perpetually pass through the southwestern UNESCO World Heritage.

A masked Palestinian wearing a Hamas headband takes a burnt carpet out of Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem's Old City during clashes at the compound. (AFP/File)

April 20th, 2016 - 03:00 GMT

UNESCO: Israel must respect Al Aqsa mosque

Mayor of London Boris Johnson (L) watches during the unveiling of a replica of Palmyra's Arch of Triumph in Trafalgar Square, central London, on April 19, 2016 (AFP/Justin Tallis)

April 20th, 2016 - 06:12 GMT

Iconic Palmyra arch replica unveiled in London

The Russian ambassador claimed that archeological treasures were being smuggled through Turkey to be sold directly to buyers over the internet. (AFP/FIle)

April 7th, 2016 - 12:00 GMT

Trade in plundered antiquities nets Daesh $200M annually: Russia

Khalifé is one of the most recognisable Arab artists, known for his love of modern Arabic poetry and mastery of the oud. (Facebook)

March 30th, 2016 - 03:03 GMT

Masterful Marcel Khalifé set for historic Al Majaz Amphitheatre performance in Sharjah

A picture shows on March 29, 2016 the remains of the Temple of Bel in the historical city of Palmyra after it was blown up by Daesh militants.

March 29th, 2016 - 04:09 GMT

Daesh-planted landmines hamper progress of Syrian army in Palmyra

A general view shows the theater of the ancient Syrian city of Palmyra, after government troops recaptured the UNESCO world heritage site from Daesh on March 27, 2016. (AFP/Maher Al Mounes)

March 28th, 2016 - 01:41 GMT

Palmyra can be restored in five years: Syrian antiquities director

Syrian pro-government forces rest next to the Palmyra citadel on March 26, 2016, during a military operation to retake the ancient city from Daesh. (AFP/Maher al-Mounes)

March 27th, 2016 - 08:12 GMT

Syrian forces retake full control over Palmyra

A general view taken on March 26, 2016, shows the ancient oasis city of Palmyra, northeast of the capital Damascus, during a military operation by Syrian pro-government forces to retake the ancient city from Daesh. (AFP/File)

March 26th, 2016 - 03:00 GMT

Syrian forces retake another town on the outskirts of Palmyra

This file photo taken on May 18, 2015 shows a general view of the castle of the ancient Syrian city of Palmyra, a day after Daesh fired rockets into the city and killing five people. (AFP/File)

March 24th, 2016 - 01:09 GMT

Syrian forces enter Palmyra: State media

A Jewish Yemeni man arrives in Israel on March 21, 2016 after a covert operation that evacuated a group of 19 Yemeni Jews from their home country. The evacuees were amongst the last remaining members of Yemen's ancient Jewish community, of whom an estimated 40-50 remain. (AFP/Menahem Kahana)

March 24th, 2016 - 06:58 GMT

This past week in photos: Yemen

Dhaffer L'Abidine was selected by The Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization. (File photo)

March 2nd, 2016 - 05:57 GMT

Not just a pretty face: Dhaffer L'Abidine appointed as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts

The church is believed by Christians to be located where Jesus was born. (AFP/File)

February 16th, 2016 - 09:04 GMT

Palestinians complete renovation of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem