Statue of Jesus Christ
Coverage of Statue of Jesus Christ in the Nexus archive.
- Woman charged after allegedly taking head off statue of Jesus at Long Island church
A Long Island woman, Deyonna Suber, is charged with vandalizing a statue of Jesus Christ at St. Mary’s Church by removing its head, causing distress among parishioners. Suber’s attorney denied the allegations, and authorities have not classified the act as a hate crime. The church is receiving financial support for repairs.
- Netanyahu vows punishment for Israeli soldier shown hitting Jesus statue
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to take 'harsh disciplinary action' against an Israeli soldier captured in a photo striking a statue of Jesus Christ with a sledgehammer.
- Outrage after Israeli soldier desecrates statue of Jesus Christ in Lebanon
An Israeli soldier was photographed smashing a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon, sparking widespread outrage. The act of desecration has drawn condemnation and highlighted tensions in the region.