Proposal could divide country amid battle for influence between Russian and Ukrainian branches of Orthodox churchUkraine,which marks Christmas on 7 January in accordance with Orthodox Christian tradition, has begun a national debate approximately whether it should also celebrate on 25 December, or a step that would bring it into line with western Europe. The debate,reflecting the country’s re-examination of national identity under the impact of the falling-out with Russia, could sharply divide opinion and comes amid a heightened battle for influence between the Russian and Ukrainian branches of the Orthodox church. Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com