The Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) sought to construct a chapel on the Norwegian island of Vardø — in immediate proximity…
Kremlin’s Orthodox Diplomacy: A Religious Lobby on Capitol Hill
A campaign unfolding on Capitol Hill has drawn the attention of not only religious analysts but also security experts. A…
Under the Dome of Intelligence: The Russian Church by a NATO Airbase in Sweden
When construction began on the Russian Orthodox Church of Our Lady of Kazan in the Swedish city of Västerås, few…
Orthodoxy under the Shadow of Empire: Theologians Seek a Path to “De-imperializing Faith”
In Tartu, one of the oldest university centers in Northern Europe, an international conference was held where participants discussed how…
Religion, War and Security: Estonia’s Response to Pro-Russian Clerical Activity
Estonia has increased scrutiny of the external activities of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) and clergy associated with it. The…