Israel called for the evacuation of Baalbek: historical monuments are under threat
The mayor of Baalbek expressed concerns about the threat to historical monuments after Israel called for the evacuation of the city. Previous strikes in the Gaza Strip have resulted in the destruction of more than 200 cultural sites, prompting accusations of "cultural genocide."
Israel has issued an evacuation warning to residents of Baalbek, a city with a population of over 90,000 people, which has raised concerns about the safety of the historic castle and other cultural monuments. The mayor of Baalbek expressed fears that cultural heritage sites could become the target of strikes. Earlier, Israel destroyed more than 200 cultural sites in the Gaza Strip, including mosques, harbors and one of the oldest Christian monasteries, leading to accusations of "cultural genocide" by the international community.
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