Russian Priest Fined For Calling War In Ukraine A War

A Russian Orthodox priest has been fined the equivalent of $330 by a regional court that found him guilty under war-related legislation rushed through parliament. Police first interviewed Father Ioann Burdin after he wrote an article on a parish website in which he used the word "war," which is ille

**

RFE/RL has one of the largest local reporter networks in Ukraine and the region.

It includes reporting from frontline positions in Donbas to the vulnerable cities of Kharkiv, Odesa, Lviv, and Kyiv.

We serve as the trusted source of news locally in 23 countries without a free press.

#russia #ukraine

[kme]

he knows he is risking prison now that he gave this interview, but you can tell he is at peace because he is speaking the truth. May God keep him safe

[zephyrandboreas]

The message of "Thou shall not kill" landed him in a russian court.

[jdmmg]

This was brave of him to do. My respect to him and ask the other Russians daring to speak out.
Slava Ukraini

[milojgreen]

I’m not a religious person but I do know this man is speaking the truth.

[antoniousai]

"None speaks about special operations in the Bible"

ROFL. What a boss

[lanaconin]

I’m Greek Orthodox, it’s great to see priests speaking out in Russia. 🙏🙏🇺🇦

[romanvladimirovichpetrikov]

I am not a religious person but I respect the man. He is a real hero! I live in Russia and I am AGAINST the war

[starsandguitars]

I thank the priest for speaking the truth. God bless him.

[magnusio]

All true christians know that this is a truly disgusting and horrible event. And that Putin can at any time make this stop happening. Glory to Ukraine and hope father helps this priest speak out to as many people as possible.

[RJ-fgkw]

The truth shall set you free. He was correct in everything he said. I understand what he said and believe in his sincerity. Such men at times like this are hard to find and may the Lord bless him and those like him.

[teaburg]

I found his honesty refreshing and touching. Kirill should take notes from this priest instead of from his master.

[Wizardofwords-gv]

Brave man standing up for his own beliefs.

[PanzerGlowa]

We need him in Poland! Today the number of people running from WAR in Ukraine exceeded 2 mln. People like him are the true and real priests!!!! Big respect!

[tmurray]

Praying for this man, his congregation, his town and both of the countries he's called home. Praying for peace and truth to prevail.

[junebrilly]

I have no faith but this man is a truly wise and humane human being, speaking only the truth

[TrainsReloaded]

It is so refreshing to see him speak up from within a Christian denomination that has been thoroughly corrupted both by the state and from within. My heart goes out to him, and I do consider him a true Orthodox Christian, who doesn't just claim the title as a nationalistic badge, but follows the values at the core of the bible.

[davidbraxton]

A servent of the Lord, whom in his heart and house, the Lord dwells. Glory to Ukraine

[tom]

Father, when this Raw is over, not only will they ask for your forgiveness, but will pay for your fine. Mark my words.

[lockiholmes]

What a brave priest. Hope the community is listening to him and understand the truth he talk about.

[terriseaton]

Admiration & respect for Priest who will not let the secular world dictate his convictions.