Posted on 01/13/2024 8:59:25 AM PST by delta7
Edited on 01/13/2024 9:25:02 AM PST by Sidebar Moderator. [history]
On January 7th, Orthodox Christians in Russia and Ukraine celebrated Christmas - there was no ceasefire this year. The weather has become very cold in Ukraine with the ground expected to freeze until March. This week has been noteworthy for things that are anticipated as well as things that have actually happened. The International Criminal Court is hearing South Africa’s case of genocide against Israel (for the murders in Gaza) and we are unlikely to get a verdict before this is published. The Ukrainian mobilization Bill will not become law just yet because it breaks several sections of the constitution and has been withdrawn for revision.
(Excerpt) Read more at robcampbell.substack.com ...
“Effective 24 May 2023, the OCU officially declared that 25 December will be the permanent date for Christmas commemorations and festivities for the Ukrainian Orthodox faithful”
“According to a study conducted by the international company Deloitte in November 2023, after the transition of Ukrainian Christian churches to the new style, the majority of Ukrainians (about 45%) will celebrate Christmas on December 25 and only 17% on January 7.
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