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Christians worldwide celebrate Palm Sunday, also known as the 'Entry of the Lord into Jerusalem,' marking a significant feast in the Orthodox calendar. Russian celebrations reflect rich traditions and distinctive spiritual rituals.
A Russian court has issued a verdict in absentia against German sculptor <strong>Olaf Schultz</strong>, accusing him of depicting Russian President <strong>Vladimir Putin</strong> and the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, <strong>Kirill</strong>, in an inappropriate sexual context. This ruling comes amid heightened political and cultural tensions in Russia.
On Wednesday, airstrikes targeted a Russian Orthodox church in Tehran, causing damage to the building but no injuries, according to the Russian embassy. The incident raises concerns about the safety of religious sites amid increasing regional tensions.