In a message marking the anniversary of their country’s December 1991 referendum on independence from the Soviet Union, Ukrainian Catholic bishops said Ukrainians had a ‘right and sacred duty’ to defend themselves against ‘Russian aggression’, but should also avoid yielding to alarm and panic. ‘On the eve of our homeland’s Christmas season, another heavy test... Read More
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