Orthodox Priests Attempt To Stop Violence In The Ukraine
Startling image of a Ukrainian Orthodox Christian Priest, attempting to head off violence between troops and citizens this week (January 22nd). Please PRAY for all these people and their loved ones, for a peaceful resolution.
Priests and Protests In The Ukraine
An Orthodox priest tries to stop clash protesters the police in the center of Kiev on January 22, 2014. Ukrainian police on Wednesday stormed protesters’ barricades in Kiev as violent clashes erupted and activists said that one person had been shot dead by the security forces.
Total of two activists shot dead during clashing. The move by police increased tensions to a new peak after two months of protests over President Viktor Yanukovych’s failure to sign a deal for closer ties with the EU.