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UNESCO Recognizes Sebastia as Palestinian Heritage Site at Risk Without Vote
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First reported by Ynet · 8 hours ago
What happened
UNESCO has designated Sebastia, linked to ancient Israel's capital, as a Palestinian heritage site at risk without a formal vote, sparking Israeli objections. The decision highlights competing historical claims and control disputes over the site in the West Bank.
- 01UNESCO listed Sebastia as a Palestinian heritage site at risk without a formal vote.
- 02The decision contradicted prior assurances to Israeli representatives.
- 03Israeli and Czech delegates contested the process for 40 minutes.
- 04Israel stresses Sebastia's significance to Jewish history and heritage.
- 05Palestinians claim the site as part of their national heritage and oppose Israeli control.
- 06Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar condemned the political nature of the decision.
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