Scientists behind a new theory about the Pyramids of Giza have defended their findings after being accused of spreading ‘fake news’ for claiming to discover an ‘underground city’ beneath the ancient necropolis.

The world has been embroiled in controversy following a potentially revolutionary study by three Italian researchers—Professor Corrado Malanga (University of Pisa), Filippo Biondi (University of Strathclyde), and Egyptologist Armando Mei.

Their research suggests the presence of ‘vertical cylinders’ 2,000 feet beneath the Khafre pyramid, along with ‘spiral staircases’ leading to hidden chambers and channels. They theorize these may indicate advanced ancient technology, such as an underground water system.

However, renowned Egyptologist Zahi Hawass dismissed their claims as baseless.

“I would like to make a statement regarding the news that was published all over the world by a group of amateurs. The news was under the pyramid of Khafre at Giza they found a platform topped with pillars,” Dr. Hawass said.

“All this information is completely wrong and has absolutely no scientific basis. In addition, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquity did not give permission to any individuals or institutions to work inside or outside the second pyramid.”

Undeterred, the research team doubled down, telling MailOnline they have a ‘confidence level well above 85 percent’ in their findings. They now believe the underground network extends across the entire Giza plateau, encompassing the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the Great Sphinx.

According to project spokesperson Niccole Ciccole, the team used ‘high-frequency electromagnetic waves’ to scan beneath the complex, analyzing how and when the signals reflected back. The data was processed using ‘a specialised algorithm,’ revealing what appear to be downward spirals and chambers.

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