Israel returns 22 illegally removed ancient artifacts to Greece

Israel on Tuesday returned 22 ancient artifacts illegally removed from Greece, dating to the 6th and 5th centuries B.C., at a ceremony at Athens' National Archaeological Museum. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni received them from the Israel Antiquities Authority, calling it the first time Israel has returned antiquities to Greece and the start of closer heritage cooperation. The repatriation is part of Athens' broader campaign ultimately aimed at recovering the Parthenon Marbles.