Between Altar and State: Ukraine, the Moscow Patriarchate, National Security, and Religious Liberty
Deep Dive into Between Altar and State: Ukraine, the Moscow Patriarchate, National Security, and Religious LibertyThe ongoing conflict in Ukraine involves a complex intersection of national security, religious liberty, and ecclesiastical jurisdiction regarding the Ukrainian Orthodox Church and its historical ties to the Moscow Patriarchate. Following Russia's invasion, Ukraine enacted Law No. 3894-IX to restrict religious organizations affiliated with Russian centers of power, viewing the Moscow Patriarchate not merely as a church, but as an instrument of foreign subversion. This perspective…
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