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The Vinkovci police filed several misdemeanor charges for shooting with gas pistols on Orthodox Christmas, seizing multiple firearms and ammunition during searches.

On Orthodox Christmas Eve, police have filed misdemeanor charges against two young men for shooting a gas pistol in the Vinkovci area, with one juvenile facing a court indictment.

Police in Vinkovci are investigating a shooting involving a 25-year-old, an 18-year-old, and a minor, which occurred during the Orthodox Christmas Eve celebrations.

A 16-year-old in Belgrade shot his grandparents and then himself on Orthodox Christmas, ultimately dying in the hospital from his injuries.

New footage from a controversial Orthodox Christmas celebration at the Informer tabloid shows a near-incident atmosphere shortly after the start, involving singer Dragan Ašanin, who has a criminal history.

During a live television program celebrating Orthodox Christmas, high-ranking Serbian officials, including President Aleksandar Vučić, participated in a controversial event featuring Chetnik songs and performances by a convicted murderer.

The Russian security service FSB announced the release of French researcher Laurent Vinatier, who had been imprisoned in Russia since June 2024, following a proposal to France and occurring just after Orthodox Christmas.

While Serbian citizens celebrated Orthodox Christmas mainly with family, the government leadership had a bizarre gathering featuring a mix of a tavern and a party rally, led by the editor of a popular tabloid.

During the Orthodox Christmas midnight service, Vladimir Putin compared the Russian army's role in the Ukraine conflict to the mission of Jesus Christ while addressing children and meeting with military families.

Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly celebrated Orthodox Christmas not in a well-known cathedral in Moscow, but in a church within a military base, according to an analysis by Russian independent media.

The article discusses the changes in the narrative of Russia's war efforts under Putin during the Orthodox Christmas period, including a shift in church imagery and statements.

During the Orthodox Christmas service in Split, a message was delivered emphasizing peace and reconciliation, while depicting the situation in Serbia as difficult and referring to Kosovo as 'crucified.'

Russian President Vladimir Putin marked Christmas Eve at an Orthodox service in the Moscow region alongside veterans from the war in Ukraine, where he spoke about the role of Russian warriors in defending the nation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly celebrated Orthodox Christmas at a military base church, according to independent media.

Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrated Orthodox Christmas with military personnel at a secret military base near Moscow, with the Kremlin not disclosing his location for the first time in three years.

Russian President Vladimir Putin attended an Orthodox Christmas service alongside soldiers and their families, emphasizing the symbolic connection between Christ and Russian military personnel.

Coptic Orthodox Christians in Egypt celebrated Christmas Eve with Mass at churches, praying for peace and stability in light of regional conflicts.

Russian President Vladimir Putin equated the mission of Russian soldiers in Ukraine to a sacred mission similar to that of Jesus Christ during Orthodox Christmas celebrations.

Ethiopian Orthodox Christians in the Polygono area of Athens celebrated their Christmas in their unique way with participation from the community.

In his message for Orthodox Christmas, Vladimir Putin described the conflict in Ukraine as a 'sacred mission' and compared Russian soldiers to the Savior sent to Earth to save humanity.

Thousands of Orthodox Christians celebrated Christmas Eve with a candlelight ceremony in Addis Ababa, ending a 43-day fasting period.

Ethiopia celebrated Orthodox Christmas Eve with a large candlelight ceremony in Addis Ababa, where thousands participated in prayers, hymns, and a midnight Mass, marking the end of a 43-day fasting period.

Orthodox Christmas is celebrated on January 7 due to the use of the Julian calendar for liturgical purposes, despite many Orthodox countries adopting the Gregorian calendar in the 20th century.

On January 7th, part of the Orthodox believers celebrates Christmas according to the Julian calendar, greeting each other with wishes for peace and prosperity until January 14th, the Orthodox New Year.

In his Christmas message, President Putin commended the Russian Orthodox Church's charitable efforts to support veterans of the Ukraine conflict during a Christmas service in Moscow.

The Croatian Orthodox Church was established in Split, with Ivan Penava expressing unwavering support for its foundations during a pre-Christmas gathering that included criticisms of the Serbian National Council and the Serbian Orthodox Church.

Ivan Penava, leader of the Homeland Movement, defended ideas regarding the Croatian Orthodox Church during a pre-Christmas event in Split, where criticisms of the Serbian National Council and Serbian Orthodox Church were raised.

Ivan Penava supports the idea of establishing the Croatian Orthodox Church during a Christmas gathering organized by the Croatian Orthodox Center.

The article explores the traditions of celebrating Orthodox Christmas Eve in Bielsko Podlaskie, reflecting on the historical presence of Jewish and Catholic festivities in the region before World War II.

The Serbian National Council hosted its traditional reception on Orthodox Christmas Eve, featuring discussions on historical grievances and the awarding of an anti-fascism prize to Goldstein, attended by key figures from the Serbian minority and the Croatian government.

Christmas Eve was celebrated on Tuesday at Kobler Square in Rijeka with food blessing, singing, and socializing, organized by the Council of the Serbian National Minority and the Serbian Community of Rijeka, supported by the Serbian Orthodox Church in Rijeka.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Internal Affairs Davor Božinović delivered a remarkable speech at the pre-Christmas reception of the Serbian National Council in Zagreb, eliciting notable public reactions and comparisons to statecraft rather than ministerial duties.

Gordan Jandroković, the President of the Croatian Parliament, congratulated believers celebrating Christmas according to the Julian calendar, wishing that the spirit of this significant Christian holiday inspires mutual respect among all people in Croatia.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović extended Christmas wishes to Orthodox believers, emphasizing the importance of Croatia as a joint home for people of various religious, national, and cultural identities.

Cardinal Ladislav Nemet sent an important message to everyone before Orthodox Christmas, emphasizing the joy and hope that Jesus brings, urging people of all beliefs to find happiness in their communities during the holidays.