Hollywood is set to produce “The Man from Hattusha,” a historical epic based on a novel by Turkish archaeologist Ahmet Çelik, detailing a pivotal diplomatic mission between the Hittite and Egyptian empires around 3,350 years ago. The film, backed by “Avatar” producer Shawn Anthony Sequeira and Emmy-winning director Nazim Hajiyev, aims to bring the little-known history of the powerful Hittite civilization to a global audience and potentially mark a breakthrough moment for Turkish cinema. The story centers on an envoy sent to negotiate a marriage alliance following the death of Tutankhamun, promising a narrative rich in political intrigue and cultural exchange.
A joint Egyptian-Italian archaeological mission has discovered a remarkably well-preserved tomb near the Mausoleum of Aga Khan, belonging to a senior official named Ka-Mesiu. The tomb contains a limestone sarcophagus, intricate hieroglyphic inscriptions, and mummies, offering new insights into ancient Egyptian social dynamics and funerary practices.
Archaeologists have uncovered the lost city of Imet in Egypt’s Nile Delta using satellite imagery, revealing a thriving ancient urban center with unique tower houses and insights into religious practices during the Late Period.
