UNESCO warns “duty to protect” heritage

UNESCO’s chief reminded Washington and Tehran they must protect cultural sites, after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to target Iran’s heritage.

By Arete News - January 6, 2020

Iran's Persepolis, former capital of the Achaemenid Empire dating back to 515 BC, is registered on UNESCO'S World Heritage List (AN/Ninara)

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