‘Ukraine’ is a sensitive subject among Russian Protestants

03-03-2022

Eastern Europe

‘Ukraine’ is a sensitive subject among Russian Protestants

Russia’s military operation in Ukraine also affects Protestant churches in Russia. Many bishops and pastors call for peace, but so far, there has not been a sharp condemnation of the invasion.

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