Thieves steal ancient Roman-era statues from Syria's national museum

Thieves steal ancient Roman-era statues from Syria's national museum 42 mins ago Officials say thieves have broken into Syria's national museum in Damascus and stolen several ancient statues from the Roman era. Officials said Tuesday the theft was discovered early Monday and led to the museum's temporary closure. The museum had reopened in January after the fall of the Assad family's rule the previous month. It houses priceless antiquities from Syria's long history, and many had been moved to the museum during Syria's long civil war. Security had been boosted with metal gates and surveillance cameras. An official said six marble statues were stolen, and an investigation had begun.