Summary
Ancient statues and other items were stolen from Syria's National Museum in Damascus. The theft was discovered when museum staff found a broken door. Authorities are investigating the incident and enhancing security at the museum.
Key Facts
- Six marble statues from the Roman era were reported missing from Syria's National Museum.
- Museum staff discovered the break-in on Monday after finding a door broken from the inside.
- Syria's Directorate-General for Antiquities and Museums has started an investigation into the theft.
- Security forces in Damascus are looking into the theft and questioning museum guards and others.
- The National Museum was fully reopened in January 2025, after being closed due to the civil war.
- The museum holds important artefacts, including ancient tablets and sculptures.
- Syria's cultural sites, including those in Palmyra, have suffered damage during the civil war.
