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MON · 2026-04-20 · 03:47 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0420-70821
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Outrage after Israeli soldier desecrates statue of Jesus Christ in Lebanon

A photograph showing an Israeli soldier desecrating a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon has generated significant outrage. The incident, the details of which remain limited, involves the soldier apparently damaging the religious figure.

Al JazeeraFiled 2026-04-20 · 03:47 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
Outrage after Israeli soldier desecrates statue of Jesus Christ in Lebanon
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A photograph showing an Israeli soldier desecrating a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon has generated significant outrage. The incident, the details of which remain limited, involves the soldier apparently damaging the religious figure. The photo's circulation has prompted widespread condemnation, although the specific timing and circumstances surrounding the event are still emerging. The location of the incident is confirmed to be in southern Lebanon, a region with a history of conflict between Israel and Lebanon. The motive behind the soldier's actions is currently unknown.

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Key claims

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A photo shows an Israeli soldier smashing a statue of Jesus Christ.

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The incident took place in southern Lebanon.

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The photo has sparked widespread outrage.

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Full report

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A photo of an Israeli soldier smashing a statue of Jesus Christ in Lebanon" class="entity-link entity-location" data-entity-id="6972" data-entity-type="location">Southern Lebanon has sparked widespread outrage.
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statue vandalism
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israel-lebanon conflict
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lebanese christians
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