Thieves steal ancient statues from Syria’s National Museum of Damascus

Thieves broke into the national museum in the Syrian capital and stole several ancient statues dating back to the Roman era, officials said Tuesday.

The National Museum of Damascus was temporarily closed after the heist was discovered early Monday.

The museum reopened in January as the country is reeling from the 14-year civil war and the fall of the 54-year Assad family rule last year.

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