D.C. lobbyists battle over future of the Orthodox Church in Ukraine
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JD Vance's speech condemning the Ukrainian government, emphasizing an alleged assault on Christian communities, has become a focal point for lobbyists to sway U.S. lawmakers.
After the Ukrainian parliament's law banning religious organizations with ties to Russia, a campaign has emerged that portrays Kyiv as anti-Christian, aiming to undermine military support for Ukraine.
Lawmakers are being urged to condition further aid to Ukraine on the preservation of the UOC-MP, highlighting the interplay between religion and geopolitical interests amid ongoing conflict.
The UOC-MP's connections to the Russian Orthodox Church are viewed as a tool of Russian foreign policy, with legal actions in Ukraine targeting clergy allegedly aiding Russia.
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