Facebook Marketplace Fuels Trafficking of Stolen Syrian Antiquities

Imagine people are digging up old, valuable treasures from ancient places in Syria.

They're selling these treasures on Facebook, like old coins and statues.

This is happening because the government is not as strong anymore, and some people are poor.

They are using shovels and pickaxes to steal these items.

Even though Facebook banned the sale of these items, they are still being sold.

Some people are upset because they believe this is an attack on their history.

These items are often sent out of the country and eventually end up in museums or with collectors.