IDF Soldier Jesus Statue Desecration

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has condemned the act 'in the strongest terms,' describing it as a disgraceful attack on a Christian symbol.

The IDF confirmed the authenticity of the photo and stated that the soldier's conduct is 'wholly inconsistent' with military values.

The incident occurred in a southern Lebanese village that is home to a significant Christian population.

Social media users have reacted with outrage, citing the desecration as a further escalation of tensions in the region.

Israeli soldier seen striking Jesus statue in Lebanon, sparking condemnation NBC News — Apr 20, 11:26 AM
Netanyahu condemns 'in strongest terms' IDF damage to Jesus statue in Lebanon Sky News — Apr 20, 09:59 AM
Outrage as IDF soldier pictured smashing statue of Jesus with an axe in south Lebanon The Independent — Apr 20, 10:01 AM
IDF soldier is pictured smashing a statue of Jesus with an axe in Lebanon Daily Mail — Apr 20, 09:47 AM
Israeli army investigates soldier seen striking Jesus statue in Lebanon The Guardian — Apr 20, 08:33 AM
IDF condemns soldier pictured hitting Jesus statue RTE — Apr 20, 05:49 AM
IDF says viral photo of Israeli soldier smashing Jesus statue is real UPI — Apr 20, 01:54 AM
Video: Israeli soldier destroys Jesus statue in southern Lebanon Middle East Eye — Apr 20, 03:10 AM
Outrage after photo shows Israeli soldier smashing Jesus statue in Lebanon Al Jazeera — Apr 19, 23:41 PM
'Offends our religious feelings': Image of IDF soldier striking Jesus statue in Lebanon sparks outrage Times Of India — Apr 20, 04:39 AM

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Israel Defense Forces
Combined military forces of Israel

Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)

Lebanon
Country in West Asia

Jesus Christ
Central figure of Christianity (6 or 4 BC – AD 30 or 33) (5-33)