Information Minister: Ancient Inscriptions' Curse Warns Sanctuary Destroyers of Hell
Cambodia's Information Minister invoked an ancient Khmer inscription warning that sanctuary destroyers will go to hell, specifically referencing attacks on Preah Vihear Temple in 2025, calling the destruction a wound to history and civilization.
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