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Religious Leaders Condemn Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

The 2024 Paris Olympics faces backlash for a controversial performance involving drag queens, interpreted by some as a reference to 'The Last Supper.'

  • Muslim and Christian leaders have criticized the ceremony for disrespecting religious symbols.
  • Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei and Turkey's President Erdoğan have publicly condemned the act.
  • French DJ Barbra Bush, who performed in the scene, has filed a legal complaint after receiving online abuse.
  • Ceremony organizers and participants maintain the performance aimed to celebrate inclusivity and community tolerance.
  • The scene has sparked a broader debate on artistic expression and respect for religious beliefs.
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