Ancient treasures preserved from ISIS rescue

A recent study details the daring rescue of approximately 300,000 priceless artifacts from the Deir ez-Zor Museum in Syria as ISIS advanced in 2014-2015. Led by archaeology expert Maamoun Abdulkarim, the operation involved protecting artifacts such as statues, jewelry, and cuneiform tablets, often under highly dangerous conditions. The rescue highlights the importance of rapid decision-making and adaptability in safeguarding cultural heritage during wartime.

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