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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

Vatican cardinal performs rite at desecrated altar in St. Peter's Basilica after naked protest

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The head of St. Peter’s Basilica performed a special rite Saturday after a man stripped naked and hopped on the main altar with the words “Save children of Ukraina” written on his back.

Cardinal Mauro Gambetti performed the penitential rite following the desecration of the altar with other priests and members of the faithful.

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