Tag: Ukraine

“People factories” are becoming a reality

The concept of the world's first-ever artificial womb facility has been unveiled.

President Zelensky banned activities related to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church

Although the decision was conveyed in a context of war, it raises concerns when it comes to religious freedom.

Russian Christians face persecution for refusing to fight in Ukraine

Russia has faced a much larger resistance than expected in Ukraine and is being pushed back in some regions.

Two Russian priests on trial for opposing war in Ukraine

Moscow isn't tolerating any dissent in this matter.

Ukrainian Orthodox priests have reportedly been tortured by Russian forces

On July 12, the metropolitan organised an ecumenical memorial for the fallen Ukrainian soldiers at Lviv's Lychakivsky Cemetery.

A 16th century Ukrainian monastery has been burned down by Russian forces

The monastery lies near Russian positions in eastern Donetsk, which the Kremlin is focused on capturing.

Freedom of religion under threat in Ukraine amid Russian invasion

The situation in Crimea is an example of the hostile treatment by Russian authorities against religious minorities.

Ukrainian Orthodox Church severs ties with Moscow

The invasion of Ukraine has led to tense relations between the Russian Orthodox Church and other parishes.

116 spiritual sites destroyed in the last months in Ukraine

Most of these ruined sites were in the regions of Donetsk, Kyiv, and Kharkiv.