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The celebration of sovereignty and strength of the national spirit My first Independence Day in Belarus: impressions, reflections ...
President Alexander Lukashenko, who has ruled Belarus for 30 years, calls himself an “Orthodox atheist.” He usually attends Christmas Eve services and lights a candle in an Orthodox church.
Participating in the Belaya Rus — with Love for Children! campaign, Chairperson of the Council of the Republic of Belarus’ National ...
Orthodox Christians packed churches Saturday night for Christmas Eve services, a holiday overshadowed for many believers by conflict. Traditions vary, but typically the main worship service for ...
In this photo released by, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, center left, and his son Nikolai, left, take part in a ...
In neighboring Belarus, Christmas is officially celebrated with public holidays on both December 25 and on January 7. About 80% of believers are Orthodox, belonging to the Russian Orthodox Church ...