Ukraine
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Holy Rus and the War in Ukraine
People ask whether the Russo-Ukrainian war can be considered a step toward the unification of the triune Rus. Let’s delve into what Holy Rus is and what makes it holy.
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How Ukraine Can Leverage Protestant Ties to Strengthen Support in the US Congress
The composition of the 119th U.S. Congress by religious affiliation, analyzed by Pew Research Center, has reignited critical discussions about Ukraine’s use of soft power tools in international relations. Despite being the most Protestant country in the post-Soviet space, Ukraine has consistently failed to leverage its Protestant communities to advocate for national interests abroad. Even during pivotal moments of national struggle, this potential remains largely untapped.
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The Difference Between Ukrainian and Russian Orthodoxy
Orthodoxy plays a key role in shaping the cultural and spiritual identity of both Ukraine and Russia. While their historical roots trace back to the shared event of the Baptism of Rus in 988, the development of Orthodoxy in the two countries followed different paths. The Ukrainian Church, situated at the crossroads of East Slavic, Byzantine, and Western European cultures, absorbed unique features that distinguish it from the Moscow Church.