Gigantic Christ in three pieces. It is deteriorating in a rural yard, the founder is in custody

Recent developments in Armenia indicate a significant halt in the construction of a monumental statue of Jesus Christ, initially intended to boost tourism. The project, spearheaded by businessman Gagik Tsarukyan, has faced severe setbacks following his arrest on corruption charges. With the key company responsible for the statue's materials shut down, work has come to a standstill. The completed statue remains in parts, awaiting transport, which is complicated by the current legal situation. The Armenian Apostolic Church and environmentalists have opposed the project, citing cultural and ecological concerns. The completion date has been pushed to 2027, but doubts linger about its feasibility without changes in Tsarukyan's legal status.