A Russian archaeological team discovered a mummy from the Greco Roman period in the village of Qalamshah, according to Pakistan Today. Mummification is generally associated with ancient Egypt but the practice did carry over into the Greco Roman era. While the wooden casket carrying the mummy was in need of restoration the mummy itself was in good condition.

Also making headlines on a slow morning for Omm El Donia in the international press:

• Egypt has placed “tremendous pressure” on the Palestinian Islamic Jihad organization (PIJ) lately to prevent tensions with Israel from escalating, sources tell Ynet News. The group appears to be responding to Egypt, proving that, at least for now, Egypt holds greater sway in the region than Iran, PIJ’s main patrons.
• Factions loyal to the late Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi are planning a return to Libyan politics from Cairo, the Washington Post reports. Led by Gaddafi’s cousin Ahmed Gaddaf Al Dam, they hold regular meetings in a Zamalek apartment and believe there is an opportunity for their involvement in the Libyan political process.