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Four Antonello da Messina Masterpieces Stolen in Sicilian Museum Heist

During Italy's Ferragosto holiday, thieves stole four Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina from a Messina museum, exploiting security lapses and prompting a nationwide debate on art protection.

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Thieves bypass security, steal Renaissance masterpieces

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Band forces entry, completes theft in minutes

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Alarm raised after two stolen paintings found in street

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Authorities investigate staff, security failures

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Custodians on duty transferred to new posts

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