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Oct. 7 Gaza Envelope bomb shelters designated antiquities as safeguard against 'clean up' projects

Section 1 of the Antiquities Law (1978) grants the relevant minister the authority to declare locations or artifacts an "antiquity" should it have a distinct national historical value.

  • Israel's Heritage Ministry declares Gaza Envelope bomb shelters as antiquities.
  • Decision made in response to bereaved families and former hostages' appeal.
  • Shelters protect historical significance from alteration attempts.

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