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Greek PM: deal to return Parthenon marbles could still be reached with ‘political will and courage’

But Kyriakos Mitsotakis says he cannot accept any arrangement that recognises British Museum’s ownership of the sculptures

The Guardian - UK · Sep 24

The Marbles review – thoughtful outline of case for giving the Parthenon marbles back to Greece

David Wilkinson’s personal exploration of the issues open-mindedly examines both sides of a contentious political debate

The Guardian - UK · Nov 5, 2025

Voices: There’s more to the Bayeux Tapestry loan deal than meets the eye…

COMMENT: Arranging for the historic depiction of the Norman Conquest, the Battle of Hastings and the killing of King Harold to ‘come home’ for the first time in 900 years is nothing short of a diplomatic triumph – but could it also open the door to the British Museum handing…

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025

Wednesday briefing: How Rishi Sunak’s tantrum over the Parthenon marbles turned into a Greek tragedy

In today’s newsletter: Why the sculptures, taken by Lord Elgin in 1802, are still causing diplomatic strife 220 years later

The Guardian - UK · Nov 29, 2023

What visitors to the British Museum think should happen to the Elgin marbles

A diplomatic row erupted after Rishi Sunak cancelled a meeting with the Greek prime minister who wanted to discuss the statues

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023