Vladimir Putin celebrated Christmas in the Kremlin. The Russian president put himself on the stage, attending a religious service during the night of Friday January 6 to Saturday January 7. The opportunity also for the man to promote Christian values while his army continues to bomb Ukraine.
Vladimir Putin stands alone in a cathedral whose walls are lined with icons, frescoes and gilding. Three Orthodox priests are busy at the service. In the background, liturgical chants. On the frozen face of the Russian president, an expression of contemplation, unless it is a deep boredom.
Staging
Vladimir Putin staged himself, celebrating Orthodox Christmas in a Kremlin cathedral, with no companions other than television cameras. Her Christmas address was made public on the Russian presidency website.
For once, there is no mention of the war in Ukraine. But hard not to think about it, reading the words of Vladimir Putin. ” This partyhe writes, is an affirmation of our unchanging spiritual and moral values: mercy, compassion, kindness and justice. »
A dead letter truce
At the same time, the Christmas truce announced by Vladimir Putin remains largely a dead letter. This morning, the Ukrainian authorities counted 39 bombardments on the Kherson region during the night. Seven civilians were injured, and one was killed.
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