How the Orthodox Church Became a Key Tool for Moscow in Africa
The Russian Orthodox Church is expanding its influence in Africa, aligning with Moscow's diplomatic and strategic efforts on the continent.
The Russian Orthodox Church that the municipality wants to shut down
The Swedish municipality of Västerås plans to shut down a Russian Orthodox church, citing it as a security risk amidst political tensions.
Churches in Occupied Ukraine / Russians persecute, torture, and kill priests, also destroying Orthodox churches
In occupied Ukraine, Russian forces are reportedly persecuting and killing Orthodox priests who refuse to collaborate with them, as exemplified by the case of Father Stepan Podolchak who was executed for his refusal.
A Week Without Swearing Has Started in Russia
The Russian Orthodox Church announced a 'Week of Kind Words' following a period of restrained aggression amidst a harsh winter in Ukraine.
Cameroon: Russian Orthodox Church Authorized to Operate, A Step Forward for Moscow on the Continent
The Cameroonian government has officially authorized the Russian Orthodox Church to operate in the country, marking a significant step in Moscow's cultural and spiritual influence in Africa.
Russia: curses are also part of culture
The article explores why some Russian linguists believe that curses should be protected as part of cultural heritage and discusses the differing approaches to swearing in Russia and Poland, including the Orthodox Church's role and Russian restrictions on profanity in public media.
Russian Linguists Call for Protection of Curse Words
Linguists in Russia are advocating for the protection of curse words amidst rising concerns from the Russian Orthodox Church over increasing obscenity in society.
Severe attack by Russian intelligence (SVR) against Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew
The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has launched an unprecedented attack on Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, accusing him of systematically seeking to limit Russian ecclesiastical influence abroad, particularly in the Baltic countries.
What lies behind the Russian attack on Patriarch Bartholomew: The story of a 'holy war'
The article discusses the accusations against Patriarch Bartholomew by Russians for alleged aggression and deceitful behavior extending beyond Ukraine and the Baltic states into Eastern Europe.
Russia declares war on the Ecumenical Patriarch: 'He is destroying the body of the Church, has allies who are nationalists and neo-Nazis'
The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service claims that Bartholomew intends to grant autonomy to the unrecognized Orthodox Church of Montenegro.
Russian Orthodox Church Holds Nationwide Anti-Abortion Prayer
The Russian Orthodox Church organized a nationwide prayer service encouraging women to reconsider abortions to address the country's declining population, with ceremonies held in at least 15 regions.
Russian independent media: Putin celebrated Orthodox Christmas in a secret military base
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.
Ukraine war latest live: Putin spent Orthodox Christmas at military base church, independent Russian media says
Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly celebrated Orthodox Christmas at a military base church, according to independent media.
Putin attends Orthodox Christmas service with soldiers
Russian President Vladimir Putin attended an Orthodox Christmas service alongside soldiers and their families, emphasizing the symbolic connection between Christ and Russian military personnel.
Russian Orthodox Church plays ‘unique role’ in keeping traditions alive – Putin
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.
Orthodox Church of Ukraine: "When the Church Does Not Deliver, People Are Disappointed"
Ukrainian priest Serhiy Dmytriyev visits the front lines to provide comfort while criticizing the Russian Orthodox Church, likening it to Hezbollah.