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Cross Destroyed in Vandalism at Memorial in Szczecin

March 19, 2026, Poland

Unknown perpetrators vandalised a memorial lapidarium in Szczecin, damaging tombstones and a stone cross.

Vandals damage Chapel of San Giuseppe in Nozarego on its feast day.

March 19, 2026, Italy

Vandals damaged the chapel of San Giuseppe in Nozarego, breaking two front windows in an act of deliberate destruction on the chapel's dedication day.

Repeated Desecration Inside Catholic Church in Białystok

March 18, 2026, Poland

A Catholic church in Białystok has been repeatedly targeted with acts of vandalism and religious offence. A suspected has been identified through CCTV footage.

Church in Felletin Defaced with "F* religion" and "Free Palestine"

March 17, 2026, France

Offensive graffiti was discovered on the walls of the Church of Sainte Valérie in Felletin. Local officials have condemned the attack.

Attempted abduction of seminary student near Pochaiv Lavra

March 16, 2026, Ukraine

A group of about 15 people allegedly tried to forcibly detain a seminary student and drag him into a minibus by force.

Arson and vandalism in Absam Parish Church

March 15, 2026, Austria

Absam Parish Church was the target of a serious act of vandalism, two minors entered the church and desecrated the interior.

Multiple churches in Belfort targeted with vandalism and break-ins

March 15, 2026, France

During the night of 14 to 15 March, Sainte-Croix Church in Chèvremont was vandalised, with doors forced open, consecrated hosts found on the ground, and sacred objects stolen. Authorities and the parish have filed complaints.

Attempted arson in Trzebinia Parish

March 15, 2026, Poland

An attempted arson was reported at the Church of Saints Peter and Paul in Trzebinia. A man set fire to kneelers in the vestibule and tried to ignite the main door but failed to enter.

Bible set on fire on altar of Protestant Church in Le Sentier

March 15, 2026, Switzerland

A Bible was deliberately set on fire on the altar of a Protestant church in Le Sentier, causing damage and leading to the brief hospitalisation of the pastor due to smoke inhalation. A suspect has been arrested, and authorities are investigating the incident as arson targeting a place of worship.

Cemetery desecrated and crosses stolen in Niestępów

March 13, 2026, Poland

Around 200 graves were vandalized at the parish cemetery in Niestępów. Crosses, brass letters, and other metal elements were stolen from dozens of tombstones.