Damage to Palmyra temple by Islamic State 'not clear'

Palmyra's ancient Temple of Bel is still standing despite an attempt by Islamic State (IS) militants to blow it up, Syria's antiquities chief has said.

Maamoun Abdulkarim confirmed there was a large explosion within its perimeter - but said the basic structure of the 2,000-year-old site was intact.

The extent of the damage is unclear, as witnesses are unable to get close to the temple.

Caroline Hawley reports.