Islamic State 'destroys ancient statues in Iraq'
The Islamic State (IS) group has released a video appearing to show the destruction of statues in Iraq.
Statues are smashed using sledgehammers and drills in what seems to be a museum in the city of Mosul.
Professor Eleanor Robson from University College London, who is an expert on ancient Iraq and Assyrian culture, explains the significance of the statues.
26 Feb 2015
- From the section Middle East