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Thieves Steal Six Ancient Statues from Syrian Museum

11/11/2025

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Thieves stole six ancient Roman statues from Syria's National Museum in Damascus, officials said on November 11, 2025.
The museum reopened in January after being closed due to civil war impacts as the region faced significant cultural loss.
The theft was discovered early Monday when a door was found broken.
Police are investigating and questioning museum guards and others.

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Thieves stole six ancient Roman statues from Syria's National Museum in Damascus, officials said on November 11, 2025.
The museum reopened in January after being closed due to civil war impacts as the region faced significant cultural loss.
The theft was discovered early Monday when a door was found broken.
Police are investigating and questioning museum guards and others.