Russian Orthodox Church

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The Russian Orthodox Church (Русская православная церковь) is described as a significant religious institution that plays a role in cultural and societal unity, acting beyond typical public organizations. It participated in high-level international events such as state funeral delegations to Iran, where it was represented alongside governmental and religious figures. The church has connections with other Eastern Orthodox churches, including the Bulgarian Orthodox Church, and its leadership, particularly Patriarch Kirill, has been a subject of European Union sanctions discussions due to its in…

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