Controversy Erupts Over Restored Church Fresco Resembling Italian PM Giorgia Meloni
A newly restored angel fresco in a Rome church has sparked an uproar due to its striking resemblance to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Both the church and state are investigating the restoration, questioning whether it was intended to depict the PM. The situation has ignited debates about the boundaries between art and politics, with Meloni herself humorously denying any angelic qualities amidst the controversy. As officials examine the fresco, which has become a controversial tourist attraction, calls for its restoration to its original form are intensifying.
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