Rome

Stone stele depicting Roman emperor, Egyptian gods found near Karnak temple site in Luxor

The stele was discovered during the three-year-long restoration efforts of a gateway from the time of Ramesses III in Karnak.

Stele depicting Roman Emperor Tiberius standing before the Theban triad of the ancient Egyptian gods found near the Karnak Temple Complex, March 30, 2026.
Israeli and Palestinian mothers belonging to the Women Wage Peace organization march for a political horizon to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Women Wage Peace to march barefoot through Rome for end to Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Screengrab of Indian graffiti in a tomb in the Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt, March 20, 2026.

Ancient graffiti in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings proves presence of Indian tourists 2,000 years ago

Tomb with gladiator scenes unearthed along the Appian Way.

Gladiator fight scenes found in monumental 2,000-year-old tomb


Secret Commodus passage in Rome's Colosseum opens to public after nearly 2,000 years

The newly restored underground corridor, once reserved for the emperor's hidden walk to his honor box, still bears clamps from lost marble panels and frescoes of wild boar hunts and mythic combat.

Secret Commodus passage in Rome's Colosseum opens to public after nearly 2,000 years.

A secret passage in the Colosseum opens to visitors for the first time

The corridor, attributed to Emperor Commodus who reigned between 180 and 192 CE, is infamous for its association with the cruel ruler who was passionate about combat in the arena.

The Passage of Commodus in the Roman Colosseum.

Big crowds gather in Rome on fourth day of Italian pro-Palestinian protests

Italy's right-wing government has been critical of the protests, with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni suggesting that people would skip work for Gaza just as an excuse for a longer weekend break.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators take part in a national protest for Gaza, outside the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, October 4, 2025.

Italy's navy to quit escorting Global Sumud Flotilla

Italy’s navy will stop accompanying the Gaza aid flotilla 150 miles from shore, warning activists to turn back. Israel has vowed to block the convoy from reaching Gaza.

Italy's Defense Minister Guido Crosetto addresses the Parliament, saying the country will send a second navy ship to escort the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza trying to deliver supplies, in Rome, Italy, September 25, 2025.

Italian poll finds 15% see attacks on Jewish people as 'justifiable'

An SWG poll finds 15% of Italians view attacks on Jews as justifiable, as protests over the Israel-Hamas war intensify and PM Meloni maintains support for Israel.

Pro-Palestinian activists demonstrate in solidarity with the Global Sumud Flotilla and Gaza as they march towards Italian Foreign Ministry, in Rome, Italy September 25, 2025.

Galilee cave yields 4th-century coin hoard tied to Jewish resistance under Rome

The coins were unearthed in Hukok, an ancient Jewish settlement near the Sea of Galilee associated with Jewish resistance under Roman rule.

Copper coins dating back more than 1,600, discovered in northern Israel.

This bronze helmet survived the final battle that ended Rome's first major war

Archaeological team recovers intact cheek plates and crown knob from First Punic War clash that established Roman Mediterranean dominance.

The Montefortino helmet recovered.

Meet the beer train: When Oktoberfest starts in Rome

No more tiring festival trips – Italy’s trains turn the journey into a 16-hour celebration with music, draft beer, dancers, and traditional food from Rome to Munich.

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'Cowardly act': Swastika carved into KKL-JNF office doors in Rome

The incident is "a painful reminder that Jew-hatred continues to raise its head in Europe and beyond,” KKL-JNF's World Chairwoman wrote in a statement.

A swastika was carved on the door of the KKL-JNF offices in Rome.

The Lod Mosaic: A rare peace of ancient Rome on display in Israel

The main figures in this impressive piece of art shows the beauty in the natural world with depictions of birds, mammal, fish, plants, and flowers.

Lod mosaic.