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“We are exploring whether we can arrange for some of the sculptures to be in Athens at some point, where they were originally located. In return, Greece would lend us some of its archaeological treasures,” Osborne notes in the interview.

Greece and the British Museum have held several private meetings in the hopes of striking a deal over the return of the Parthenon Marbles to Greece according to reports at Sky News.

The protesters unfurled a huge banner reading “Reunite the Marbles!” in front of the statues of the eastern pediment

The director of the Acropolis Museum Nikos Stampolidis said the perfect space to host the Marbles is the Acropolis Museum

"By organizing a fashion show in the chamber where the Parthenon Marbles are exhibited, the British Museum once again demonstrates its complete disrespect towards the masterpieces," Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni said in a statement

The government in Athens has firmly denied any change in national policy regarding the repatriation of culturally significant works "illegally found in foreign museums."

Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni said that the current unique climate was conducive to seeking the repatriation of forcefully removed and stolen cultural artifacts from countries of origin

Ta Nea: British Museum proposes 'partial' return of friezes under 10-15-year 'loan'. Athens presses for full repatriation. 'Ownership' issue reportedly bypassed

The Greek PM is on a 3-day official working visit to London

Greek PM Mitsotakis remains tightlipped about discussions

"Culture is not only about antiquities and works of art but also about the relationships and behavior of people," the Museum Director said in a statement