re: Satellite imagery confirms ISIS destruction of the Temple of Bel, ded. in 32 AD

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If I recall, they claim it is a knock against their religion.

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The Taliban first gained international prominence by destroying ancient Buddha statues.

Wiki on Buddhas of Bamiyan

It is just another example of the medieval mindset of these folks. I think that dealing with them is going to be counter-productive over the long-term. They need to be isolated or, preferably, destroyed.