Pope Francis Slams Zelensky’s Crackdown on Moscow-Linked Churches | Times Now World

In a powerful statement, Pope Francis has condemned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s recent decision to ban religious groups tied to the Russian Orthodox Church. The controversial legislation, passed by the Ukrainian parliament, could lead to the prohibition of the Moscow-linked Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC). During his Angelus prayer at the Vatican, Pope Francis called for the protection of worship rights, emphasizing the importance of religious freedom amid ongoing global conflicts. This new law, aimed at cutting ties with institutions seen as supporting Russia’s invasion, has sparked significant backlash from religious leaders and global observers. Watch as the Pope’s strong stance contrasts sharply with Ukraine’s legislative actions and the broader geopolitical tensions involving Russia. #popefrancis #ukraine #zelensky #tnworld #timesnowworld #worldnews #internationalnews #timesnews #newsworld ​Subscribe now: Times Now World is your defin