OIC Denounces Demolition of Historical Sites in Mali

JEDDAH  (NNN-SPA) -- The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has denounced the demolition of historical sites in Timbuktu, Mali by religious extremist groups.

The OIC spokesperson said in a statement Monday that the sites were part of rich Islamic heritage of Mali and should not be allowed to be destroyed by bigoted extremist elements.

The spokesperson expressed the OIC's satisfaction over the actions taken by the government of the Republic of Mali against the perpetrators.

It called for necessary measures and appropriate steps be taken for the protection and preservation of the historical sites.  -- NNN--SPA