Israel returns sarcophagus covers to Egypt as relations warm

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel has returned two looted ancient Egyptian sarcophagus covers to Egypt amid warming relations between the countries.
Israel’s Foreign Ministry returned the relics to Egypt’s ambassador to Israel at a ceremony Sunday. The ministry said their return was possible due to its “strengthening dialogue” with Egypt’s embassy.
Israel’s Antiquities Authority says the colorful sarcophagus covers date back as early as the 16th and 10th centuries