Erdogan presents a replica of Jesus 'Good Shepherd' painting to Pope Leo, the first discovery of its kind outside of Italy
Erdogan presents a replica of Jesus 'Good Shepherd' painting to Pope Leo, the first discovery of its kind outside of Italy
A fresco dating from the third century CE depicting Jesus, which was discovered in Iznik (Handout/Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry)
Published date: 27 November 2025 14:49 GMT
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