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Taliban destroy two giant Buddhas
The UN described the action as a crime against culture
The UN described the action as a crime against culture while most of the Muslim world accused them of distorting the teachings of Islam.
Also on the programe: the head of Georgia's Baptists tells of the community's fear after violent attacks; Iranians take to the streets in a lively annual festival; and English football fans weigh their devotion to their club against the faith of their forefathers.
ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ World Service Archive
This programme was restored as part of the World Service archive project