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Stonehenge Monuments Unscathed After Climate Protesters' Vandalism

In this handout photo, Just Stop Oil protesters sit after spraying an orange substance on Stonehenge, in Salisbury, England, Wednesday June 19, 2024. (Just Stop Oil via AP)

Stonehenge, the iconic ancient monument in southern England, remains undamaged after climate protesters sprayed orange paint on the stones. The incident led to the arrest of a 73-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman on suspicion of criminal damage and deterring a person from engaging in a lawful activity.

English Heritage's chief executive, Nick Merriman, expressed deep sadness over the vandalism, calling it a disgraceful act on one of the world's most celebrated ancient monuments. The UNESCO World Heritage Site was quickly cleaned, and experts ensured that the orange powder used would not react negatively to water.

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