The Russian Orthodox Priest Preaching For War

Andrei Tkachev has become known for fiery sermons in which he says death in war is the best way to go. He's just one of many pro-war Russian Orthodox priests in a church that, according to one senior former member, has lost its way. Originally published at - https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-church... *** RFE/RL has one of the largest local reporter networks in Ukraine and the region. Check (and bookmark) our regularly updated briefing on the latest situation and outstanding reporting: https://www.rferl.org/a/ukraine-russi... It includes reporting from frontline positions in Donbas to the vulnerable cities of across the country. We serve as the trusted source of news locally in 23 countries without a free press. For our best reporting, visit rferl.org or follow us on: Facebook   / rferl   Twitter   / rferl   Instagram   / rfe.rl   #russia #ukraine