A visitor walks past ancient sculptures that are part of the Parthenon Marbles at the British Museum in London. Greek officials said that they will continue talks with the British Museum on bringing the Parthenon Marbles back to Athens, despite Prime Minister Rishi Sunak cancelling a meeting with his Greek counterpart where the contested antiquities were due to be discussed. Photo: AP
Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak cancelled a planned meeting this week with his Greek counterpart Kyriakos Mitsotakis due to a diplomatic row over the status of the 2,500-year-old Parthenon sculptures housed at the British Museum.
Greece has repeatedly asked for their permanent return to Athens, while Britain and the museum have refused to do so.
