The author argues that Egypt's cultural heritage is under threat from grave robbers exploiting the political chaos in the country.
The poorly guarded archaeological sites, a consequence of the 2011 uprising, have become hotspots for theft. The escalation in boldness among thieves, using weapons at iconic sites, highlights the severity of the issue. Furthermore, the lack of effective supervision and the absence of a proper listing of stolen artifacts contribute to the challenge of recovering looted items.
The author contends that, given the current situation, many stolen artifacts are likely to end up in other countries, sold to collectors for substantial sums of money. This claim connects to the prompt by addressing the impact of political instability on cultural heritage, the audacity of thieves in exploiting vulnerabilities, and the hurdles faced in reclaiming stolen artifacts due to inadequate measures and organizational inefficiencies.