The Egyptian authorities have announced the discovery of the tomb of King Thutmose II, marking the first major find since the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922.

The tomb was found in the Valley of the Kings, west of Luxor, in collaboration with British experts.

Mohamed Ismail Khaled, the Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, stated that the tomb, dating back approximately 3,500 years, is considered one of the most significant discoveries in Egypt.

Artifacts were found, including shards of alabaster jars bearing the names of King Thutmose II and his wife, Queen Hatshepsut, confirming the tomb’s ownership.

The mummy of King Thutmose II is now on display at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.