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Washington hands over $5M Syrian artifacts
The U.S. authorities announced the repatriation of 36 antiquities stolen from Syria, with a total value exceeding $5 million. Among these items is a carved stone that was illegally smuggled out of the archaeological site of Palmyra before its destruction by ISIS between 2015 and 2017. These pieces were seized from the Metropolitan Museum in New York and several antiquities collectors. The sculpture depicts a man lying down, surrounded by a woman and three children. This operation underscores the commitment of both the United States and Syria to protect cultural heritage, and demonstrates how cooperation between the two countries has helped return some of Syria’s history home. It is part of ongoing American efforts to recover stolen artifacts from various regions around the world.
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