A major breakthrough inside the Great Pyramid of Giza may soon reshape the understanding of pharaohs’ history, according to renowned archaeologist Zahi Hawass. Speaking recently at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, Hawass outlined plans for a major archaeological announcement expected in 2026.
The discovery centers on a hidden corridor nearly 30 meters long (aprox. 100 feet), uncovered inside Khufu’s pyramid using non-invasive scanning technologies. Hawass said the corridor, previously unknown, was located with the help of thermal imaging, 3D mapping and muon radiography. These tools continue to guide researchers as work advances deep inside the structure.
Remote-operated robots were used to access and clean the passage, which had remained out of human reach for thousands of years. The exact location has been confirmed, but the contents of the corridor will not be revealed until the full analysis is completed.
Advanced tools lead to major pyramid find
Hawass, a former Egyptian antiquities chief, described the discovery as one that could open a new chapter in the study of ancient Egypt.
He declined to speculate on what lies at the end of the corridor, stating that the international team involved will publish its findings in a scientific report before the scheduled unveiling in 2026.
جلسة أسرار الفراعنة حملت مفاجأة، حيث كشف الدكتور زاهي حواس لأنس بوخش سراً أمام الجمهور.
The Secrets of the Pharaohs session took an interesting turn when Dr. Zahi Hawass revealed a secret to Anas Bukhash. pic.twitter.com/nphr3uCKpV
— Sharjah Book Authority (@SharjahBookAuth) November 11, 2025
During his appearance in Sharjah, Hawass also addressed how ancient builders constructed the massive pyramid without modern equipment.
He referred to physical evidence from quarries, workers’ villages and transportation records, explaining that ramp systems and manual labor played a central role. He dismissed fringe theories, stating clearly that extraterrestrial or supernatural involvement had no place in the engineering of the monument.
Renowned archaeologist’s research sheds light on pharaohs’ history
The session also provided a platform for Hawass to reiterate his campaign to repatriate key Egyptian artifacts from abroad. He called for the return of the Rosetta Stone, the Bust of Nefertiti and the Celestial Sphere, describing them as cultural assets that rightfully belong in Egypt.
Hawass linked the recent opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum to growing international interest in the country’s archaeological heritage. The museum houses over 5,000 items from Tutankhamun’s tomb and has, according to him, set the stage for heightened anticipation surrounding the 2026 discovery.
With cutting-edge tools and a data-driven approach, the research team continues to explore the corridor’s potential significance. While the contents remain under wraps, Hawass emphasized that the work marks a rare moment in the ongoing effort to uncover deeper layers of pharaohs’ history.
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