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World Service,19 Mar 2001,12 mins

Taliban destroy two giant Buddhas

Reporting Religion

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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.

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