Beirut: Minister of Culture Dr. Ghassan Salameh has pledged ongoing efforts to safeguard Lebanon's cultural heritage following the recent inclusion of five Jabal Amel castles on the List of World Heritage in Danger. This announcement was made after the World Heritage Committee's decision during UNESCO's conference in Busan, South Korea.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, Dr. Salameh expressed his gratitude on his X account, thanking the Ministry of Culture, the Lebanese Delegation to UNESCO, and international supporters for their role in this achievement. He emphasized that the efforts to protect these historical sites from aggression, occupation, and destruction will persist. Despite recent threats and attacks on the castles, including destruction and occupation, the minister reaffirmed Lebanon's commitment to maintaining sovereignty over these sites and securing their status on the Tentative List for World Heritage. The World Heritage Committee's unanimous decision marks a significant step in these efforts.
