# France returns Syrian artifacts held since civil war

France has returned a collection of Syrian artifacts that were kept in the country since the Syrian civil war began in 2011. The items, including archaeological pieces, were handed over to Syrian authorities in a ceremony. This restitution marks a step toward preserving Syria's cultural heritage amid ongoing conflict.

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- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/7/8/france-returns-syrian-artefacts-its-held-since-civil-war?traffic_source=rss) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:55:38 +0000