Swiss Politician Convicted for Shooting Madonna Poster

Sanija Ameti, a Zurich council member, was convicted for firing a sport pistol at a poster depicting a 14th-century painting of Madonna and child. Ameti received a suspended fine for disturbing freedom of religion. She later apologized, citing ignorance of the poster's religious significance.

Sanija Ameti, a member of Zurich's city council, faced legal consequences following a controversial incident involving a treasured piece of art.

Ameti, who previously belonged to the Green-Liberal party, was convicted by a Zurich district court for firing at a poster of a 14th-century Madonna and child painting. The act was deemed as disturbing religious freedom.

The politician, who posted images of the damaged poster online, has been handed a suspended fine, and although she expressed regret over the incident, it led to job loss in her public relations role amidst a significant public backlash.

(With inputs from agencies.)