Baghdad: Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has directed the allocation of fortified halls for the preservation and exhibition of archaeological treasures, including those deposited in the Central Bank of Iraq and recently recovered antiquities.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, al-Sudani visited the Iraqi National Museum in Baghdad, where he inaugurated an exhibition showcasing Iraqi antiquities that the government recently recovered from various countries. During his visit, he inspected the museum’s warehouses, which house the Nimrud treasure and other historical artifacts previously stored in the Central Bank of Iraq. These treasures were handed over to the museum two days prior, with plans underway to prepare a specialized hall for their public display.

The Prime Minister emphasized the significance of the antiquities, which are representative of Mesopotamian civilizations dating back thousands of years. He highlighted the importance of informing the public about these treasures and dispelling rumors regarding their loss or disappearance, particularly concerning the Nimrud treasure.

Al-Sudani noted that some of these treasures had been stored in the Central Bank since the 1990s and will now be displayed in fortified halls with advanced specifications. This initiative aims to preserve the artifacts and engage both local and international visitors, reinforcing the country’s comprehensive stability.

The statement detailed that the Nimrud treasures include gold jewelry with precious stones from the Neo-Assyrian era, a statue of ruler Gudea from the Neo-Sumerian era, a mask of King Sargon of Akkad, and other significant artifacts. Additionally, artifacts recovered from the United States, Britain, Italy, Germany, and Jordan encompass pieces from various eras of ancient Iraqi history, including clay tablets, coins, cuneiform texts, and pottery tablets, among others.