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Vandalism of Virgin Mary statue in Corsica causes concern
The statue of the Virgin Mary in Porto-Vecchio, Corsica, France, was vandalized, having been torn from its base and toppled overnight. Authorities detained two young men aged 21 and 23, who were under the influence of alcohol, and investigations are underway to determine the motives and circumstances. The incident has sparked anger among residents and social media activists, with the mayor describing it as a disgraceful act and emphasizing the city's desire to replace the statue quickly. The statue holds significant religious and historical value for the local community. These events have occurred in the context of a vehement reaction to the destruction, which residents saw as an act of desecration and an attack on their cultural and religious identity.
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