ISTANBUL, July 16, 2016 (Xinhua) -- The 40th session of the World Heritage Committee is held in Istanbul, Turkey, July 14, 2016. The World Heritage Committee on July 16, 2016 announced the suspension of the 40th session amid reports of a coup attempt in Turkey. (Xinhua/He Canling)
ISTANBUL, July 16 (Xinhua) -- The World Heritage Committee early Saturday announced the suspension of its 40th session in Istanbul amid reports of a coup attempt in Turkey.
"On behalf of the host country, please be informed that the session of the World Heritage Committee is suspended until further notice," it said in a statement.
"A review of the situation will be communicated as soon as possible," the statement added.
