> There's no particular reason to assume that "a horde" of journalists were allowed to rush in, though.

Look at the video, it is ridiculous. People are walking on each other feet there.

> Fundamentally it's a judgement call for the archaeologists as to whether the tomb is in good enough condition and the photographers are trustworthy enough.

The flashes alone should be a concern. That's also not a good way to get a good photograph. They should know better.

You'd expect and perhaps understand this happening at a celebrity gathering. But it is not like the statues are going to bust a move soon here.