Türkiye backs Greece on Elgin Marbles dispute as UNESCO issues landmark call to Britain
Hürriyet · 24 May 2026

Türkiye backs Greece on Elgin Marbles dispute as UNESCO issues landmark call to Britain

Türkiye has once again backed Greece’s long-running demand for the return of the Elgin Marbles, telling a UNESCO meeting that there is no Ottoman imperial decree legitimizing the transfer of the sculptures from Athens to Britain.


AI Translated Summary:
Turkey supports Greece's claim for the return of the Elgin Marbles, emphasizing the lack of legal justification for their transfer to Britain. This stance highlights ongoing cultural heritage disputes in the region.


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