These findings shed light on ancient ... archaeological site as part of a collaborative agreement between the University of ...

U.S. spy satellite imagery has led archeologists to what they believe is the site of a seventh-century battle that was decisive in the spread of Islam in the region.

Dr Jaafar al Jotheri holds satellite images and explores the site of the Battle ... two fortresses and an ancient river that was reportedly once forded by elephant-mounted Persian troops, said ...