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Egypt Recovers Stolen 3,400-Year-Old King Ramses II Statue
Apr 21, 2024, 10:36 PM
Egypt successfully reclaimed a 3,400-year-old statue of King Ramses II, which had been stolen and smuggled out of the country over three decades ago. The country's antiquities ministry confirmed the return of the historic artifact, marking a significant recovery in Egypt's efforts to protect and repatriate its cultural heritage.
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Markets
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Public statements or agreements posted by Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs or similar international bodies by the end of 2024
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Announcements from The Grand Egyptian Museum or Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities
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Official announcements from Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities
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Official statements from Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities and corresponding foreign country
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Reported outcomes from Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities
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Official announcements from Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities regarding future recoveries