Booming Islamic Antiquities Market in the Gulf Leads to Thefts in Old Cairo Mosques
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Despite denials that the buying of pieces by Qatar helped fuel a black market, Egyptian officials say Gulf collectors are the reason Islamic heritage sites are being looted.
Journalism Boot Camp | Posted 08.21.2009 | World