Zahi Hawass launched a petition demanding the return of Nefertiti's bust, stating it was taken illegally from Egypt after being discovered by a German mission in 1912.
Identification of Nefertiti's bust and its significance ties back to the heretic king Akhenaten, marking a pivotal moment in ancient Egyptian art and culture.
Hawass emphasized that the petition is backed by a national committee, distinct from governmental influence, seeking collective public support for the return of the bust.
The campaign's scope includes other significant artifacts like the Rosetta Stone and Dendera Zodiac, underscoring a broader call for the repatriation of looted Egyptian heritage.
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