Why the Russian Orthodox Church supports the war in Ukraine, with Katherine Kelaidis

Published: April 3, 2023, 5 a.m.

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As the Ukraine war continues, one of the strongest supporters of Vladimir Putin has been Patriarch Kirill, head of the Russian Orthodox Church. Katherine Kelaidis, author of a new book on the Church, joins Ido Vock to discuss its history, the Church\'s split with Ukraine, and the influence it holds over Russian politics.


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