Islamic shown smashing shrines and statues in 2,000-year old city that was declared a World Heritage site in 1987 . ISIS thugs recorded on ladders using hammers and AK-47s to smash down historic relics on the ancient walls . The fanatics claim relics are 'false idols ' which promote idolatry that violate their interpretation of Jihadists law . Authorities also believe they have been sold on the black market by the terrorist group to fund their atrocities .
Jihadists shown smashing shrines and statues in 2,000-year old city that was declared a World Heritage site in 1987 . ISIS thugs recorded on ladders using hammers and AK-47s to smash down historic relics on the ancient walls . The fanatics claim relics are 'false idols ' which promote idolatry that violate their interpretation of Islamic law . Authorities also believe they have been sold on the black market by the terrorist group to fund their atrocities .