The Libyan Antiquities Authority has officially confirmed that an ancient artifact uncovered in the torrents caused by Storm “Daniel” in the city of Shahat is a Greek tombstone made of limestone, located in the northern cemetery area.

In the wake of Storm “Daniel,” which struck Libya in September 2023, significant archaeological discoveries have come to light. Reports indicate that the flooding caused by the storm has revealed several ancient artifacts, particularly in the cities of Shahat and Derna.

One notable discovery was a Greek tombstone found in Shahat, as confirmed by the Libyan Antiquities Authority. According to their official statement, the tombstone, made of limestone, was uncovered in the northern cemetery area as a result of the torrents created by the storm. The Authority emphasized the importance of this find, stating that it sheds light on the region’s rich historical past.

The Authority explained via its Facebook page that after news spread on social media about the appearance of this piece, a work team was formed. An excavation and rescue operation began, and the inscription was transferred directly, which is a Greek tombstone on limestone, indicating that it decided to continue working at the same site to complete the work and publish the results immediately after completion.