News and updates about Nimrud

Iraqi forces recapture ancient Assyrian city

Iraqi forces say they recaptured the site of Nimrud, which was blown up by ISIS jihadists.

Iraqi forces recapture ancient Assyrian city

UNESCO: ISIS Destruction of Nimrud a 'Mad', 'Horrific' Act

ISIS is 'clearly determined to wipe out all traces of the history of Iraq's people,' UNESCO head Irina Bokova states.

UNESCO: ISIS Destruction of Nimrud a 'Mad', 'Horrific' Act

ISIS Completely Blows up Ancient City of Nimrud

800-year-old city and archaeological treasure trove leveled by ISIS in new video, to 'remove idolatry.'

ISIS Completely Blows up Ancient City of Nimrud

UN Calls on Airstrikes to Stop ISIS 'War Crimes' Against History

Ban calls for action after ISIS demolishes ancient cities and artifacts, as Iraqi minister says the US-led coalition must act from the air.

UN Calls on Airstrikes to Stop ISIS 'War Crimes' Against History

UNESCO: ISIS Antiquities Destruction in Iraq a 'War Crime'

UNESCO calls on ICC, UN Security Council to prosecute ISIS over destruction of antiquities in Nimrud, Iraq as 'war crime.'

UNESCO: ISIS Antiquities Destruction in Iraq a 'War Crime'

ISIS Begins Bulldozing Ancient Iraqi City

Islamic State bulldozing the ancient Assyrian city of Nimrud in Iraq, the group's latest attack on the country's historical heritage.

ISIS Begins Bulldozing Ancient Iraqi City