Trending Now - Israeli Soldier's Attack on Jesus Statue in Lebanon Draws Outrage

WHO:

Newsweek - The Israeli soldier involved in the incident is not named.

Newsweek - Israel's Foreign Minister described the attack as "disgraceful."

WHAT:

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

Newsweek - The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that the photo is real.

WHERE:

Newsweek - The incident occurred in Lebanon.

WHEN:

Newsweek - The incident was reported on April 20th, 2026.

WHY:

Newsweek - The attack on the statue was condemned as an attack on a Christian symbol.

HOW:

Newsweek - The method of the attack involved physically striking the statue.

(UPDATED April 20, 2026 13:21 UTC)

An Israeli soldier was captured in a photo smashing a statue of Jesus in Lebanon, an act that has been condemned as an attack on a Christian symbol. The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed the authenticity of the photo, while Israel's Foreign Minister described the incident as "disgraceful." This event was reported on Monday, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.