In Mali, a group of extremists have been systematically destroying ancient shrines, mausoleums and tombs in Timbuktu. They recently gained control of the city and want to cleanse the city of any idols. Worshiping idols goes against their religious beliefs. The UN and UNESCO have publicly stated for the desecration to stop. There are a number of sites in Timbuktu that are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Is there anything that can be done to stop this destruction of centuries of history
Further Reading:
-http://world.time.com/2012/07/02/timbuktus-destruction-why-islamists-are-wrecking-malis-cultural-heritage/
Further Reading:
-http://world.time.com/2012/07/02/timbuktus-destruction-why-islamists-are-wrecking-malis-cultural-heritage/