UK scheme aims to preserve Iraq's antiquities

Al Jazeera English 2017-02-20

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Some Iraqi ancient sites have suffered destruction from ISIL.
But the British Museum in London is hoping that their programme of hi-tech resources and training will help to preserve the ancient monuments.
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