Patriarch Kirill
Patriarch Kirill is the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, known for his close ties to the Kremlin and support for President Vladimir Putin. His leadership has been marked by controversial statements regarding politics and morality, as well as his role in promoting traditional values in Russian society. Kirill's influence has been significant in shaping the church's position on various social issues, often aligning with the state’s agenda, which has drawn criticism from activists and reformists.
Born on Nov 20, 1946 (78 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Andorra | 1 | 1.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 77,265 | 52 | $3,000 | 2$ |
| Totals | 1 | 77,265 | 52 | $3,000 | 2$ |
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Recent Mentions
Andorra:
Kiril is described as the patriarch who blesses soldiers to commit violence against Ukrainian citizens.
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Russia:
Vučić has planned a meeting with Patriarch Kirill in Moscow.
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Russia:
Patriarch Kirill is a religious leader in Russia who is scheduled to meet with Aleksandar Vučić during his visit.
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Montenegro:
Pope Francis met with leading Russian spiritual leader Patriarch Kirill.
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Estonia:
Patriarch Kirill is depicted on a calendar hanging in Kuremäe Monastery, where he is described as having declared a holy war against the Western world.
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Romania:
Pope Francis met with Patriarch Kirill of Russia, marking the first meeting between the leaders of the Catholic and Russian Orthodox churches since the Great Schism of 1054.
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Lithuania:
Patriarch Kirill, the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, actively supports Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine.
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Croatia:
Patriarch Kirill led the Easter service and has strongly supported the aggression against Ukraine.
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Croatia:
Patriarch Kirill led the Easter service and expressed support for the war in Ukraine.
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United States:
The leader of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, is one of the loudest supporters of the war.
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