Hawass: Darkness saved The Egyptian Museum

Wed, 16/02/2011 - 14:52
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Fathya el-Dakhakhni
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Mohamed Hossam Eddin
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'The Egyptian Museum is safe. It is secure,' says Zahi Hawass, State Minister for Archeologies - repeatedly - in response to accusations of contradictory statements on stolen pieces. According to Hawass, darkness has helped save The Egyptian Museum from a clear and present danger. Thieves, says Hawass, were after gold and red mercury.

Ancient Egyptian Monuments gold Red Mercury State Minister for Archeologies Stolen Artifacts The Egyptian Museum Zahi Hawass Egypt News Art and Culture

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