Article in The News by Anil Dataa, 05 February 2014 No more excavation can be carried out in Balochistan because of the prevailing unrest in the province, said French archaeologists on Tuesday. Members of two archaeological teams, one from Makran…
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International campaign for Syrian cultural heritage at risk
Article by by Silvia Lambertucci for ANSAMed – ROME FEBRUARY 11 – From the Old Cities of Damascus and Aleppo to Bosra, Palmyra, the crusaders castle Crac des Chevaliers and the archaeological sites of Mari, Ugarit and Ebla, much of…
Libya to curb Antiquities smuggling
By Ali al-Gattani in Shahat for Magharebia News Libyan authorities, with the help of their international partners, are getting serious about preventing antiquity theft and smuggling. Workers in the sector just gathered in Shahat to learn about ways to confront…
ICCROM Disaster & Risk Management
Disasters exacerbate inequalities. The same natural catastrophe will have tragic consequences in certain contexts, while in other contexts it will be managed effectively. Factors which affect the outcome include institutional strength and organization, available expertise, and resources.
ANCBS Statement on Syria
The ANCBS is extremely concerned regarding the damage inflicted on the cultural heritage in Syria as the result of the current fighting. The UK National Committee of the Blue Shield has passed information to us produced by Heritage for Peace,…