Contrary to expectations, no trace of Roman DNA was found in the genes of the Balkans during the heyday of the Roman Empire. Instead, DNA reveals a “cauldron of effects”; Western Anatolia, central and northern Europe, and the Pontic-Kazakh steppes have all left their traces.
But what’s most surprising? Slavic invasions after the Roman Empire changed the Balkans. These data, showing a 30-60% Slavic origin among modern Balkan inhabitants, challenge historical narratives and provide a new perspective on the complex identity of the region.
The research opens the door to a new era of understanding, proving that the past holds more surprises than we could ever imagine.
Source: Ferra
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