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Preah Vihear Temple Suffers Severe Damage from Armed Conflict; UNESCO Warns of Threat to World Heritage Value
A joint UNESCO-ICOMOS mission report released on September 9, 2026, details severe damage to Preah Vihear Temple from armed attacks in July and December 2025. The report highlights significant harm to the temple's integrity, authenticity, and Outstanding Universal Value (OUV), necessitating urgent conservation efforts.
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A joint UNESCO-ICOMOS mission has reported severe damage to Preah Vihear Temple resulting from armed conflicts in 2025. The report highlights threats to the temple's integrity, authenticity, and Outstanding Universal Value, urging immediate conservation efforts.