New video shows Islamic State destroying ancient archaeological site

There has been international condemnation of the destruction of one of the world's most important archaeological sites by members of Islamic State.

New video shows Islamic State destroying ancient archaeological site

There has been international condemnation of the destruction of one of the world's most important archaeological sites by members of Islamic State.

A new video posted online appears to show militants destroying the ancient Iraqi city of Nimrud - thought to be more than 3,000 years old.

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