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UNESCO Declares Ancient City of Tyre in Lebanon a World Heritage Site in Danger

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UNESCO Declares Ancient City of Tyre in Lebanon a World Heritage Site in Danger
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First reported by Ynet · 13 hours ago

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UNESCO has declared the ancient city of Tyre in southern Lebanon a World Heritage Site in Danger due to damage from recent conflicts, following Lebanon's request. The site, known for its Roman ruins, was first listed in 1984. Lebanese officials hope the new status will boost protection efforts.

  • 01UNESCO designates Tyre in Lebanon as a World Heritage Site in Danger due to recent conflict damage.
  • 02The decision was made at UNESCO's 48th World Heritage Committee session in South Korea.
  • 03Tyre was originally inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1984 and dates back 4,700 years.
  • 04The site includes significant Roman remains like a triumphal arch and a large ancient hippodrome.
  • 05Lebanese Culture Minister Hassan Salameh said the listing will help attract resources and global attention.
  • 06UNESCO also recognized the Cave of the Patriarchs in Palestine as a World Heritage Site.

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Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew10 hours ago
UNESCO Declares Ancient City of Tyre in Lebanon a World Heritage Site in Danger
YnetCenter · Hebrew13 hours ago
UNESCO Lists Tyre's Old City in Lebanon as Endangered World Heritage Site

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