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Syria, Roman and Statues

Theft of Roman statues from Syria's main museum believed to be work of an individual

Investigators believe the theft of several ancient statues dating back to the Roman era from Syria’s national museum was likely the work of an individual, not an organized gang, officials said Wednesd...

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Ancient Roman marble statues taken from museum by one person, say investigators

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Roman-Era Statues Stolen from Syria’s National Museum in Damascus

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Roman-Era Treasures Stolen From Syria’s National Museum

The Damascus museum theft has triggered an official investigation, in what may be one of Syria’s largest losses of antiquities in recent years.

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Museum in post-War Damascus targeted in theft of classical artifacts

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Thieves Steal Priceless Roman-Era Artifacts From Syria's National Museum

Catholic News Agency

Mass celebrated again at ancient St. Maron’s Shrine in Syria after 15-year silence

A pilgrimage to St. Maron in the village of Brad, northwest of Aleppo, was organized by the Maronite Scouts and drew more than 80 participants.

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Saudi's Diriyah gigaproject eyes role rebuilding historic Syrian sites

Diriyah, a Saudi gigaproject focused on developing a Riyadh historic site as a real estate and tourism destination, held discussions with Syrian officials this week about contributing to the reconstruction of historic sites in Syria,

Thieves steal ancient Roman-era statues from the national museum in Syria

The National Museum of Damascus reopened in January as the country was reeling from civil war and the fall of the 54-year Assad family rule.