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Israeli soldier filmed destroying Jesus statue in Lebanon

newsApr 20, 2026291,798

A photograph from southern Lebanon shows an Israel Defense Forces soldier striking a crucifix statue, and the IDF confirmed the image is authentic. The Israel Defense Forces opened a formal investigation and said it will take action against the soldier. Iran's foreign ministry said the photograph "offends our religious feelings" and issued a public condemnation of the act.

Key Highlights

IDF confirmed the photo of a soldier destroying a crucifix statue is authentic
The Israel Defense Forces opened a formal investigation and vowed to act
Iran's foreign ministry said the image "offends our religious feelings"
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