An Egyptian farmer found "an unusual stone." It led archaeologists to pieces of statues for an ancient king.
- By Ahmed Shawkat Producer Ahmed Shawkat is a CBS News producer based in Cairo.
- He has worked for CBS News since 2016, prior to which he worked with several European networks including TVE, ZDF, SVT and Yle.
- Read Full Bio October 15, 2026 / 12:51 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Cairo — Egyptian farmer Khaled al-Shahat was working on his land when he came across something he hadn't seen before.
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- By Ahmed Shawkat Producer Ahmed Shawkat is a CBS News producer based in Cairo.
- He has worked for CBS News since 2016, prior to which he worked with several European networks including TVE, ZDF, SVT and Yle.
- Read Full Bio October 15, 2026 / 12:51 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Cairo — Egyptian farmer Khaled al-Shahat was working on his land when he came across something he hadn't seen before.
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