How Biladi and Blue Shield are helping to preserve the cultural heritage of war
Heritage activist Joanne Bajjaly is documenting the systematic destruction of cultural sites in southern Lebanon during the ongoing conflict. She argues that the damage to villages and historical landmarks is a deliberate attempt to erase the cultural identity and history of the region.
Why it matters
The intentional destruction of cultural heritage during war is a violation of international norms and represents a permanent loss of human history and collective memory.
Reverend Elia Kamel stands on the rubble of St George Melkite Catholic Church in Dardaghiya, southern Lebanon, damaged during the war in Lebanon in 2024. ( Reuters: Aziz Taher )
The article reports on the activist's perspective and observations without taking a stance on the military conflict itself.
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