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Israeli Border Police Uncover Ancient Burial Cave in East Jerusalem's Silwan

Israeli Border Police found an ancient burial cave from the Second Temple period in Silwan, East Jerusalem, during a security operation amid local family violence. The site is now secured for archaeological examination.

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Israeli Border Police Uncover Ancient Burial Cave in East Jerusalem's Silwan
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What happened

  1. 01Israeli Border Police discovered an ancient burial cave in Silwan during a security operation.
  2. 02The cave and artifacts date back to the Second Temple period, per initial antiquities assessment.
  3. 03The discovery was made amid violent family disputes in East Jerusalem's Silwan neighborhood.
  4. 04Police secured the site alongside Israel Antiquities Authority representatives for further study.
  5. 05The findings were uncovered beneath a building during police searches in the area.
Translated and summarized by baba from Now 14, the latest report. Read Now 14’s original

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