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Ancient Minoan Dagger Unearthed in Antalya Shipwreck

A bronze dagger, adorned with silver rivets and estimated to be 3,600 years old, has been discovered off the coast of Antalya’s Kumluca district in Türkiye. The artifact, linked to the Cretan-Minoan Civilization, was unearthed during underwater excavations led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hakan Öniz from Akdeniz University, under the supervision of the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The shipwreck, located 50 meters deep, had previously yielded copper ingots believed to be from Cyprus’s Troodos Mountains. This discovery sheds new light on ancient Mediterranean trade routes and cultural connections, suggesting the ship was en route to Crete when it sank.

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Forest Fire in Izmir Brought Under Control

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The forest fire that began in İzmir’s Aliağa district and spread to Foça has been brought under control after intense aerial and ground efforts. A second fire in Bozköy, which started near industrial facilities, also threatened residential areas, prompting evacuations.

Six aircraft, five helicopters, and dozens of land vehicles responded. The fire reportedly began from burning garbage, and one suspect has been detained. Cooling operations continue in the region.

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