Tudor Feodor Afanasov

Tudor Feodor Afanasov is a controversial Russian deacon of the Old Rite Orthodox Church and the president of the Romanian-Russian Economic and Cultural Cooperation Chamber, which he founded in 2014. He has gained attention for his outspoken claims regarding a wave of 'Russophobia' in Romania, alleging that ethnic Russians face discrimination and intimidation. Afanasov actively calls for the documentation of such cases within the Russian-speaking community and has been involved in initiatives seeking to protect their cultural identity. His viewpoints have sparked debate, especially in light of his connections with organizations perceived to promote Russian influence abroad.