eThekwini museum researcher fears for Iran’s heritage sites after Trump’s threats
Durban - Three years ago, when eThekwini metro museum researcher Steve Kotze returned from visiting Iran’s heritage sites, he felt deeply for nearby Syria where cultural historic gems were being destroyed in the civil war. “One heartbreaking thing is imagining what destruction must have taken place in Syria,” he said on Saturday on his return.
Now, he’s horrified that the ancient sites, mosaic adorned mosques, huge squares and cloistered bridges he has fond memories of could be subjected to similar treatment after the US drone attack last week, killing Iranian military leader Qassem Suleimani. President Donald Trump then threatened to strike 52 sites in the country, including cultural sites which is a war crime.
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