Hundreds of Churches Destroyed by Russian Forces in Ukraine, Ministry Report Reveals

A report published by Mission Eurasia reveals that Russian forces have destroyed hundreds of churches across Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began, a systematic pattern of destruction that advocacy organizations say amounts to a deliberate campaign against Ukrainian religious and cultural identity. The devastation spans denominations and regions, with Orthodox, Catholic, Protestant, and evangelical churches all targeted by Russian bombardment, shelling, and occupation. The report underscores the religious dimension of Russia's war that has received less international attention than the military and humanitarian crises, raising questions about whether the destruction of houses of worship constitutes a deliberate strategy to erase Ukraine's spiritual infrastructure.