Hundreds of visitors were stunned on the Basilica of Sts. Peter in the Vatican City after the man on the altar during the morning mass, the act of the Italian media referred to as a shocking desecration of one of the most sacred places in Christianity.
According to reports in Corriere della Sera and The New York Post, an unidentified man climbed the stairs to the altar of confession, a sacred space where the Pope traditionally celebrates Mass before pulling his pants and urine. Videos made by tourists showed that the man was exposing himself and then bent to pull out jeans after the act.
The security staff quickly hit and removed it from the basilica. It remains unclear whether the authorities have been detained or charged.
The Pope “shocked” as a Vatican who still replied
The incident that occurred during the Holy Mass 9:00 was reportedly achieved by Pope Leo Xiva, which, according to the New York Post, is “shocked” “shocked” by desecration. The Vatican Press Office of the Holy Stop has not yet issued an official statement.
Basilica of St. Peter, located in the Vatican, is one of the most honored places in the Roman Catholic church and attracts millions of pilgrims and tourists every year. He hosts the papal ceremonies, including the LAG, the funeral and the public tours.
Not the first disturbance of St. Peter’s
This is not the first time that the basilica faced such incidents. In February this year, the man climbed to the altar and broke six candlesticks. And in June 2023, the naked Polish man jumped on the same altar, with the words “to save the children of Ukraine” that climbed on his back. After this protest, the Vatican held a penitent ceremony to clean the place.
Friday’s act of desecration allegedly occurred, while the mass was going on, although it remains unclear whether the Pope was present.
Probably the legal consequences
According to Italian law, the actions of indecent exposures and desecration may carry criminal sanctions, although officials have not confirmed whether the accusations will be filed in this case.
The altar of confession, located directly above the tomb of St. Peter, is considered one of the most sacred places in Christianity and increases outrage over the incident.
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