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Sudan has more than 200 ancient pyramids, almost double the number Egypt has.
But its archaeological heritage is now at risk. Here’s the history of Sudan’s ancient kingdoms and how their artifacts have been threatened by looting, destruction and neglect for centuries.
Israeli abuses have been widely documented at the infamous Khiam detention center in southern Lebanon.
Now, satellite images obtained by AJ+ since March 2026 reveal that Israel has razed the site to build a military base.
Did you know drums, harps and guitars were once outlawed for being used to create music criticizing oppressive regimes?
Here’s how 4 instruments were banned and how new forms of art arose out of the suppression.
