Cairo, 06 Safar 1448 AH corresponding to July 20, 2026 AD (SPA) - The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced that an archaeological mission working in the Bubasteion cemetery in the Saqqara area has uncovered three rock-cut tombs dating back to the New Kingdom era, during scientific excavation work in the eastern sector of the site's mountain edge. The discovery revealed hieroglyphic inscriptions and archaeological elements that shed light on the history of the ancient Memphis cemetery and highlight aspects of the lives of high-ranking state and society officials from that era, according to a statement from the ministry. The statement added that Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy confirmed that the discovery reflects the abundance of archaeological treasures in the Saqqara area and highlights its cultural value as one of the most important World Heritage sites. The statement also noted that Mohamed Abdel-Badie, Head of the Egyptian Antiquities Sector at the Supreme Council of Antiquities, explained that the discovery is part of the archaeological study project of the Bubasteion cemetery, and that future excavations are expected to yield new discoveries. The tombs belong to several high-ranking officials from the New Kingdom era and contain inscriptions, titles, and hieroglyphic texts that provide new information about administration, social life, and foreign relations of ancient Egypt during that period. // End //05:08 PM 0018