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Greco-Roman Stele Found in Center of Syrian City - Archaeology Magazine

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An archaeologist examines the stele unearthed in Manbij, Syria. MANBIJ, SYRIA—Greek City Times reports that a resident of Manbij, Syria, notified local authorities of the presence of a large inscribed stone buried near a central city market. An archaeological team called to the site recovered the object and identified it as a Roman-era stele. The black basalt pillar, which was shaped around 2,000 years ago, features an ornately carved eagle clut…Archaeologist · Manbij Read Article

Stele Discovered with a Carved Eagle and Greek Inscription

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Archaeologists have unearthed a heavy black basalt stele in Manbij, a town east of Aleppo, Syria. The stone stele is decorated with a carved eagle and a Greek inscription, which experts believe may have been a funerary marker during the Roman period around 2,000-years-ago. The discovery was first made by a local resident who noticed the stone behind the Cardamom wholesale market, likely as a result of looting and the trade in artefacts. Syria’s …Archaeology · Manbij See the Story

Syrian Military, Kurdish-Led SDF Trade Accusations Following Rocket Attack Near Manbij

Syria’s Ministry of Defence accused the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) of firing rockets at an army position near Manbij on Saturday, injuring four soldiers and three civilians, according to state news agency SANA. The military said it repelled the attack and launched “precise strikes” in response. It called the incident “irresponsible and without justification.” The U.S.-backed SDF denied initiating the strike, saying it responded t…Kurds · Manbij Read Article