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Patriarch Kirill Blesses Military Crosses for Ukrainian War 'Heroes' Featuring Putin's Initials

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Patriarch Kirill Blesses Military Crosses for Ukrainian War 'Heroes' Featuring Putin's Initials

Credited from: LEMONDE

Patriarch Kirill blessed military crosses during the Orthodox Christmas service on January 6, 2025.
The crosses are engraved with Vladimir Putin's initials and intended for elite fighters in the Ukrainian conflict.
Putin described the recipients as "commanders performing complex tasks" in defense of the homeland.
Kirill has consistently praised Putin, referring to him as "God's miracle" over the past few years.
This event highlights the close ties between the Kremlin and the Russian Orthodox Church amid the ongoing conflict.

Read more at the original article: Le Monde

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