Two Israeli soldiers jailed over smashing of Jesus statue in Lebanon village
The Israel Defense Forces launched an investigation after an image showed an Israeli soldier using a sledgehammer to strike the head of a statue of a crucified Jesus.
Outrage after photo shows Israeli soldier smashing Jesus statue in Lebanon
The Israeli military confirmed the authenticity of the image that was widely shared online, garnering more than 5 million views on X. An investigation had been opened and appropriate measures will be taken against those involved.
Virgin Mary statue vandalized; city councilor calls for hate crime investigation
The Blessed Mary statue at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross was vandalized last night with graffiti. The incident is similar to other attacks on statues in New York and Florida.