Archaeologists warn that Baalbek's ancient ruins are at risk of being damaged by Israeli bombing. While it is believed that Israel would not intentionally target these sites, there is a concern that bombs or missiles could unintentionally hit the ruins. The impact of Israel's strikes on heritage sites in Gaza has already been closely monitored, with a Unesco survey revealing damage to 69 cultural heritage sites. These ancient sites hold great cultural significance and are considered the soul of a population.