Oldest Merchant Shipwreck Found Off Turkey, Nearly 5,000 Years Old

Archaeologists have discovered the oldest known merchant shipwreck off the coast of Turkey, dating back nearly 5,000 years, with dozens of amphorae on board. The find provides new evidence of early maritime trade networks in the Mediterranean. The discovery is significant for understanding Bronze Age commerce and shipbuilding, though details on the exact location and excavation status remain limited.