The largest Christ in the world in pieces. Billionaire in custody, the statue stands in the yard

Recent developments in Armenia indicate a significant slowdown 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 main company responsible for the statue's construction now shut down, work has halted completely. The completed statue remains in parts, unable to be transported due to logistical challenges and the ongoing legal issues surrounding Tsarukyan. The Armenian Apostolic Church and environmentalists have also opposed the project, citing cultural and ecological concerns. The completion date has been pushed to 2027, but doubts persist about its feasibility without a change in Tsarukyan's legal status.