The 1st century Temple of Bel at Palmyra before its destruction by Daesh
Image credit Bernard Gagnon. Source Wikimedia Commons
The United Nations says a satellite image has confirmed that the Temple of Bel, the main temple in the ancient city of Palmyra in northern Syria, has been destroyed by Daesh.
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Truly sad to see something so ancient destroyed. It seems to be happening more frequently lately.
Truly sad to see something so ancient destroyed. Seems to be happening more frequently of late.