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Ukrainian priest Nazar Zatorskyy (45) was not born with diplomacy. Since the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, the man of God has done his best. He compares Vladimir Putin to Hitler and criticizes both Switzerland’s neutrality and the pope’s unwillingness to criticize Moscow.
Accused Pope of spreading Russian propaganda
When Pope Francis (87) indirectly called on Ukraine on television in Ticino to raise the white flag and have the courage to negotiate, Zatorskyy’s priestly collar burst. With sharp words he attacked the Vicar of Christ on earth and accused him of spreading Russian propaganda.
His temperament is now Zatorskyy’s downfall. As a priest of the Greek Catholic Church, his superior is not the Bishop of Chur, but a Ukrainian bishop in Paris. He has withdrawn his role as episcopal representative for Switzerland with immediate effect.
He is still allowed to hold church services
Zatorskyy previously coordinated pastoral care for Ukrainians in Switzerland – an immense task due to the many refugees. Especially because not only Catholics come to Ukrainian church services, but also many Orthodox who criticize the cozy relationship between Moscow Patriarch Kirill (77) and Kremlin boss Putin (71).
As a simple priest, Nazar Zatorskyy may continue to celebrate services. Zatorskyy told Blick: “I will not allow myself to be silenced and will continue to fight for the freedom of Ukraine.”
Source: Blick
I am Amelia James, a passionate journalist with a deep-rooted interest in current affairs. I have more than five years of experience in the media industry, working both as an author and editor for 24 Instant News. My main focus lies in international news, particularly regional conflicts and political issues around the world.
