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Ancient Monument in Türkiye Destroyed by Treasure Hunters

A 2,000-year-old monument near Çem Castle in Osmaniye, Türkiye, was destroyed by treasure hunters using dynamite. The monument, believed to date back to the Roman or Phrygian period, was found shattered after illegal excavators drilled into it and placed explosives.

Çem Castle, located on a steep slope in the Sumbas district, has been targeted by illegal treasure hunters. Many pits were also found dug around the site. Ertuğrul Aktaş, a local council member, emphasized the lack of security and called on the Ministry of Culture and Tourism to protect the area from further damage and illegal excavations. He urged for restoration efforts to open the site to tourists, highlighting its historical significance to the region.

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Gazans Celebrate Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas

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Palestinians celebrated the ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Hamas after indirect talks in Egypt, marking the first step of a broader peace plan involving hostage exchanges and Israeli troop withdrawals. Crowds, including children displaced by Israeli attacks, gathered around Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Hospital to celebrate the end of the fighting. Residents in Maghazi Refugee Camp expressed hopes for rebuilding Gaza and establishing a Palestinian state. “Thank God, the war is over. Our homes were destroyed, and our children killed. We thank everyone who helped end this war,” said Yasser Abu Hein. Others shared optimism that Gaza would “return better than before.”

Israel confirmed that the ceasefire would begin following a cabinet vote later in the day.

 

Muhammed Rabah

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