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Libyan archaeologists battle to save ancient Greek ruins in east of country
The sites at Cyrene and Apollonia were first targeted by jihadists following the fall of Muammar Gaddafi and then ravaged by Storm Daniel in 2023.
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Egyptian Gazette
· Jun 25, 2026
How archaeologists saved Libya’s ancient Greek ruins from war
In eastern Libya, a small group of passionate archaeologists are striving to safeguard the ancient ruins of Cyrene and Apollonia — sites first targeted by jihadist groups, then ravaged by Storm Daniel. The UNESCO-listed ruins were once at the heart of a unique network of Greek colonies in North Africa. “Breathtaking,” tour guide Hamdi Al-Kailani [] The post How archaeologists saved Libya’s ancient Greek ruins from war appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
Africa.com
· Jun 28, 2026
Archaeologists Fight to Preserve Libya’s Greek Heritage
Archaeologists in eastern Libya are racing to protect the UNESCO-listed ruins of Cyrene and Apollonia, ancient Greek cities founded over 2,600 years ago, after years of conflict and devastating natural disasters placed the ancient sites at increasing risk. During the civil unrest that followed Muammar Gaddafi’s 2011 overthrow, museum staff and local residents protected thousands []
Greek Reporter
· Jun 25, 2026
Exploring Greece’s Oldest Cave on the Island of Antiparos
Antiparos is a small Greek island in the southern Aegean, in the central Cyclades, and it is home to the oldest cave in Europe
Times of India
· Jul 1, 2026
Jet-black Sahara volcano and skull-shaped crater captured in stunning NASA astronaut photo
Jet-black Sahara volcano and skull-shaped crater captured in stunning NASA astronaut photo
Libya Review
· Jul 3, 2026
French Experts Resume Search for Ancient Treasures in Libya
Libya’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has announced the start of field preparations for the French archaeological mission in the ancient city of Susa and the Al-Athrun area, as the team begins its new excavation and research season for 2026. The ministry said the new archaeological season was launched under the instructions of Minister of [] The post French Experts Resume Search for Ancient Treasures in Libya appeared first on LibyaReview.
The West Australian
· Jun 23, 2026
Unravelling the mystery: crater formed by a big bang
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Related coverage for "Libyan archaeologists battle to save ancient Greek ruins in east of country": Egyptian Gazette — How archaeologists saved Libya’s ancient Greek ruins from war. Africa.com — Archaeologists Fight to Preserve Libya’s Greek Heritage. Greek Reporter — Exploring Greece’s Oldest Cave on the Island of Antiparos. Times of India — Jet-black Sahara volcano and skull-shaped crater captured in stunning NASA astronaut photo. Libya Review — French Experts Resume Search for Ancient Treasures in Libya. The West Australian — Unravelling the mystery: crater formed by a big bang