
UNESCO warns of a legal 'duty to protect' cultural heritage sites
UNESCO's chief reminded Washington and Tehran they must protect cultural sites, after Trump made threats against Iran.
The Hague Convention is an international treaty that protects cultural property during armed conflict. Administered by UNESCO, it provides a legal framework for safeguarding monuments, museums, and archaeological sites from attack and theft. The Convention and its protocols are key instruments in preserving the world's heritage during wartime.
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UNESCO's chief reminded Washington and Tehran they must protect cultural sites, after Trump made threats against Iran.