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Ancient Roman Statues Stolen from Syria's National Museum

11/13/2025

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Several ancient Roman-era statues were stolen from Syria's National Museum in Damascus.
The Directorate-General for Antiquities and Museums is leading the investigation.
Staff discovered the theft on Monday after finding a broken door and missing statues.
Investigators suspect an individual, not an organized gang.
The museum reopened in January 2025 after security measures were enhanced following the civil war that ended Assad's rule.

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Story summary

Several ancient Roman-era statues were stolen from Syria's National Museum in Damascus.
The Directorate-General for Antiquities and Museums is leading the investigation.
Staff discovered the theft on Monday after finding a broken door and missing statues.
Investigators suspect an individual, not an organized gang.
The museum reopened in January 2025 after security measures were enhanced following the civil war that ended Assad's rule.