US returns smuggled ancient artifacts to Libya

US returns smuggled ancient artifacts to Libya

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https://apnews.com/f95e10c4f84e4389c89cdebfd5e5a77f

TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) — The United States on Thursday returned a cache of smuggled ancient artifacts to Libya as the oil-rich Mediterranean country struggles to protect its heritage against the backdrop of years of war, turmoil and unrest.

The repatriated items include two sculptures dating to the 4th century B.C. from the ancient city of Cyrene.

US returns smuggled ancient artifacts to Libya

Mar 31, 2022, 6:47pm UTC
https://apnews.com/f95e10c4f84e4389c89cdebfd5e5a77f > TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) — The United States on Thursday returned a cache of smuggled ancient artifacts to Libya as the oil-rich Mediterranean country struggles to protect its heritage against the backdrop of years of war, turmoil and unrest. > The repatriated items include two sculptures dating to the 4th century B.C. from the ancient city of Cyrene.