The Egyptian archaeological mission working in the Tel al-Kua area in Wadi Tumilat in Ismailia Governorate uncovered 10 tombs, a residential area, and kilns, as well as a variety of kilns and silos dedicated to storage east of the residential complex, dating back to the Second Intermediate Period.

A number of archaeological finds were also discovered, including scarabs, bronze tools, pottery vessels, alabaster kohl pots, and bottles bearing the 'Tell el-Yahudiya' style characteristic of the Second Intermediate Period, in addition to skeletons that initial studies showed a diversity in burial positions and age stages.

For the first time at the site, human burials were uncovered outside the mudbrick-built tombs, some in a crouched position, which is an unusual pattern.

The study of the discovered pottery showed intensive daily use, with a predominance of tableware, followed by cooking vessels.

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