Sana'a: The General Authority for Antiquities and Museums has announced the publication of its 31st list of looted Yemeni antiquities, which have been tracked and monitored as they are being sold in auctions and displayed in museums abroad.
According to Yemen News Agency, the Authority revealed in a statement that 41 artifacts are currently being traded in international auctions. Some of these items were reportedly smuggled out of Yemen during the British occupation, under the guise of being personal possessions.
The statement further elaborated that the list includes collections of looted Yemeni antiquities, with six items having been put up for sale in January and February of this year. These are being traded with claims of false personal ownership, according to the Authority.
The Authority has called on international bodies to intervene and stop these auctions, as they contravene international laws. It also requested the restoration of these artifacts to their rightful owners. Additionally, the Authority urged anyone possessing information regarding the looted items or sites to contact them through a dedicated form available on their website.