Islamic State militants have blown up one of the oldest churches in the city of Mosul, according to Kurdish media sources.
St George's church was built in the late 17th century, though rebuilt in 1931.
According to the Rudaw news service, cries of 'Allahu Akbar' (God is Great) rose from many mosques in the city as Islamist militants blew up the church.
Since its takeover of Mosul in June, Islamic State has destroyed a number of churches, Shiite mosques and other ancient sites, including the shrine of Prophet Jonah. [Christian Today] Read more
