Selenskyj praises the mosa cautious church as a step towards independence

Von Kl Redaktion

Kropywnytzkyj (dpa) - in the middle of the current conflicts and political turbulence in Ukraine, the country is at a critical point. President Wolodymyr Selenskyj recently praised the decision of the Ukrainian parliament to ban a mosa cautious offshoot of the Orthodox Church and emphasized its undisputed necessity. "Today I would like to highlight the work of the Werchowna Rada that has passed the law for our spiritual independence," said Selenskyj in one of his daily video speeches from the Central Lucrainian city of Kropywnytzkyj. This is done in a context in which the pressure on Ukraine is enormous due to the ongoing war and the associated internal and external conflicts.

The Ukrainian Parliament has decided to ban the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, which is subject to the Moscow patriarchy for decades. This step followed long and intensive discussions and was justified by the fact that the church supports the war aggression in Russia. Critics of the ban accuse the church of not only being passive, but also actively paving with the enemy. Although the church recently emphasized its detachment from Moscow, the situation remains tense and the ban is both in Ukraine and internationally.

war course and military progress

Selenskyj took the opportunity to praise the Ukrainian military's achievements, especially the latest push in the West Russian area of ​​Kursk. This military offensive shows a clear strategy in Ukraine to regain lost terrain and destabilize the Russian armed forces. Military observers report that Ukraine has conquered more than 1260 square kilometers and 93 towns in the past two weeks. This represents significant progress and could lead the Russian troops in the region into a precarious situation, since strategically important connections are endangered by the destruction of bridges.

An essential part of this military strategy is the priority of capturing Russian soldiers, which controversies the defense of their own troops. "The defenders do everything to destroy the occupants," says Selenskyj, who, however, no details of the currently difficult fights in the east of Ukraine, especially in the cities of Pokrowsk and Torezk.

church autonomy and international relationships

Selenskyj also announced that he will soon speak to representatives of the Patriarch von Konstantinople, Bartholomew I. Since the granting of ecclesiastical independence (AutoKephald) to the Orthodox Church of Ukraine six years ago, Bartholomäus has played a central role in the country's religious affairs. Kiev relies on the further support of the High of Honor of Orthodox Christians to consolidate church independence in the context of continuing aggression from Russia.

The mixture of religious and military issues seems to shape the current situation in Ukraine, in which national identities and national security are heavily interwoven. While the long discussions in parliament reflect on the pursuit of a clear Ukrainian identity, the military situation remains complex and challenging.

A look at the political landscape

The tear test that Ukraine experiences goes beyond mere military conflicts and has deeply rooted social and political implications. The ban on a traditionally strong religious institution could mobilize both new supporters and other critics. This dynamic could significantly influence the political landscape of Ukraine.

Developments in Ukraine show how military, religious and political strategic elements interact with each other in times of crisis. In a country in which the war is everyday life and proactive decisions have to be made, the balance between national identity and security will be an ongoing challenge.

reactions to the prohibition of the Orthodox Church

The ban on the mosquoa-loyal Ukrainian Orthodox Church has triggered violent reactions both in Ukraine and internationally. In Ukraine itself, various religious leaders and lay people expressed both consent and concern. While some consider the decision to strengthen national identity and spiritual independence from Russia, others warn of a possible division of the Orthodox community and the religious concerns of the country. Critics fear that such a ban could further increase the tensions between different denominations and faith communities within Ukraine.

International there are different positions on this topic. Some western countries and church representatives support the Ukrainian decision, while others are concerned about restricting religious freedom. The EU and some human rights organizations have observed the situation closely and emphasize the importance of protecting religious freedom, even in times of crisis.

historical background to the conflict between the church and the state

The relationship between the Orthodox Church and the State in Ukraine is historically complex and strongly shaped by the country's geopolitical situation. Especially in the period after the independence of Ukraine in 1991, there were repeated arguments about the role of the Orthodox Church, which was divided between the Moscow Patriarchate and the Patriarchate of Kiev.

Another important date is 2018 when the Orthodox Church of Ukraine (OCU) was awarded by Patriarch Bartholomäus I. This decision was a sign of independence from Russia and was seen by many as a crucial step towards self -determination of the Ukrainian Church. Nevertheless, the influence of the Muscaut's faithful church remained significant up to today's decision, which shows how deeply the religious and national identities are interwoven.

Current developments in the course of the war

The current situation in the war between Ukraine and Russia remains tense. According to the Ukrainian military, the fights in the eastern regions, especially with Pokrowsk and Torezk, are still intensive. The attempts by the Ukrainian armed forces to destabilize Russian positions follow violent counterattacks.

statistics show that since the beginning of the counter -offensive in Kursk, more than 1260 square kilometer territory have been recaptured, which indicates a significant improvement in the military position of Ukraine. The Ukrainian military plans to continue its own offensive and recently formulated absolute strategic goals that also include the exchange of prisoners. Military advances have also led to increased international attention because the world looks at the development of the situation in the region.

role of international actors in conflict

international actors play a crucial role in the Ukraine conflict. The support, both militarily and financially, from western countries is of great value for the Ukrainian armed forces. Countries such as the United States, members of the NATO and EU countries have provided significant military aids and work on sanctions against Russia to increase the pressure on the Russian government.

In addition, the role of European and international institutions in mediation and peace negotiations after the conflict is considered more and more important. The support from religious leaders, as in the case of Patriarch Bartholomäus I. The war in Ukraine is therefore not only a military conflict, but also a race for the heart and soul of the nation.