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2,200-Year-Old Hellenistic Structure Unearthed in Judean Desert

A large structure, about 2,200 years old, was found along Nahal Zohar in the Judean Desert, previously thought to be from the First Temple era.
Excavation team members Matan Toledano, Dr. Eitan Klein, and Amir Ganor revealed it's a Hellenistic-period building, measuring 11 by 11 meters.
Archaeologists discovered various artifacts, including wooden furniture, coins, and a grave inside the structure, indicating potential military use.
The Israel Antiquities Authority is conducting a large-scale survey to uncover and protect more historical artifacts in the region.

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