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Baghdad's crumbling heritage: Buildings in Iraqi capital under threat

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After decades of conflict, terrorism and government mismanagement, Baghdad's monumental buildings are increasingly dilapidated and under threat. Many fear that without laws and protection, they could gradually perish, taking much of Iraq's cultural heritage with them. Our correspondents Jack Hewson and Lucile Wassermann report.

Added on the 04/05/2021 17:45:06 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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