Putin celebrates Orthodox Christmas with military and their families

Russian President Vladimir Putin attended an Orthodox Christmas service at a church in the Moscow Region.

Putin emphasized that the Russian Orthodox Church has made a special contribution to the unification of the people of the country. With a feeling of deep satisfaction, he noted the enormous, truly unique contribution of the Russian Orthodox Church and other Christian denominations to the unity of society, the preservation of the rich historical and cultural heritage, and the patriotic, spiritual and moral education of youth.