Preah Vihear Temple Suffers Severe Damage from Armed Attacks, UNESCO-ICOMOS Report Confirms
An official report from a joint UNESCO-ICOMOS mission has confirmed severe damage to Preah Vihear Temple from armed attacks in 2025, posing serious threats to the World Heritage site. The report highlights impacts on the temple's integrity, authenticity, and Outstanding Universal Value (OUV), necessitating urgent conservation action.
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