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Outrage after Israeli soldier seen striking Jesus statue in Lebanon

A photograph showing an Israeli soldier damaging a statue of Jesus Christ has sparked public outrage. NBC News’ Molly Hunter reports on the Israeli military’s response to the incident.

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Outrage after Israeli soldier seen striking Jesus statue in LebanonA photograph showing an Israeli soldier damaging a statue of Jesus Christ has sparked public outrage. NBC News’ Molly Hunter reports on the Israeli military’s response to the incident.
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