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Idlib authorities begin restoration of historic mosque

The government affiliated with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham in Syria’s Idlib is restoring the historic Great Mosque, which was severely damaged by Syrian government shelling.
Restoration work at Great Mosque in Idlib

The Ministry of Awqaf (Endowments) affiliated with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham’s Syrian Salvation Government has embarked on the restoration of the Great Mosque of Idlib, damaged by Syrian government shelling during the decade-long war. Cracks and holes in the walls have led to their partial collapse.

The work is being done under the supervision of the Directorate of Antiquities and Museums (affiliated with the Salvation government) and the Idlib Antiquities Center.

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