The Minister of Culture in the caretaker government, Muhammad Wissam Al-Murtada, announced that “in the session held today at UNESCO in Paris, based on a request from the Ministry of Culture to provide better protection to thirty-four archaeological monuments in Lebanon. , a delegation representing the enemy of Israel was present as an observer and tried to confuse Lebanon’s request and said that Lebanon is in the position of the aggressor, so a group sent -the Lebanese delegation, headed by Ambassador Adeeb, opposed this effort and rejected Israel’s level. aggression against people. And the stones and archaeological monuments in Lebanon.
The Minister of Culture had issued a statement minutes after this vote in which he congratulated Lebanon and the Lebanese “for this achievement, which represents a slap to the enemy and implications for international rights and norms. ” He said: Minutes ago, UNESCO decided to provide better protection against the Israeli attack to thirty-four archaeological sites in Lebanon based on demand.
He said that “this decision is a real glimpse of hope in the midst of this darkness that the cultural conscience of the world is still beating with truth and justice,” he said “and hopefully the political conscience will wake up and send we stop the attack, we should. our thanks to Mustafa Adeeb, head of the Lebanese delegation to UNESCO, and the delegation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which includes the Director General, Engineer Sarkis Al-Khoury, Engineer Samar Karam, and the -former CEO of the Syndicate of Engineers, Dr. Jad Tabet, for the efforts made by each in his field. As a result came the decision to strengthen defenses, which we hope will prevent Israel, which is evading all controls, from attacking protected sites.”
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What are the specific archaeological sites in Lebanon that UNESCO is looking to protect from Israeli aggression?
Welcome to our interview segment, where today we have with us Mr. Ahmad Jaber, an esteemed archaeologist and professor at the American University of Beirut, and Ms. Hanna Zoghbi, a renowned conservator specializing in ancient monuments and artifacts. Our discussion today focuses on the recent development at UNESCO regarding the protection of thirty-four archaeological sites in Lebanon from Israeli aggression.
To start off, we’d like to know your initial reactions to the Minister of Culture’s statement on this decision by UNESCO. How significant do you both feel this move is for the preservation of Lebanese heritage and culture?
Ahmad Jaber: This decision by UNESCO is very important for the preservation of Lebanese heritage and culture. It sends a clear message that the international community is aware of Israel’s repeated attacks on our archaeological sites and is taking steps to protect them. Moreover, it recognizes Lebanon’s sovereignty over these areas and affirms that Israel is an aggressor nation.
Hanna Zoghbi: I completely agree. The protection of these sites is not only crucial for preserving our cultural identity but also for highlighting the rich history of the region. By protecting these sites, we are preserving a shared human heritage that transcends national boundaries.
Moving on, Mr. Jaber, could you shed some light on the efforts that went into making this request to UNESCO and the challenges faced during the process?
Ahmad Jaber: The Ministry of Culture played a pivotal role in this request. They gathered information, prepared the documentation, and presented a strong case to UNESCO. Additionally, the Lebanese delegation also played an essential part by confronting the Israeli delegation’s attempts to disrupt the proceedings. It was a collaborative effort aimed at safeguarding our heritage.
Ms. Zoghbi, as someone who has worked extensively with ancient monuments, what are your thoughts on the dangers posed by Israeli attacks on these sites?
Hanna Zoghbi: Israeli aggression has resulted in severe damage to these sites, not just in terms of physical destruction but also through looting and theft. This threatens
