Russian forces target churches in occupied Ukraine

Ukraine (MNN) — In Ukraine, Russian forces are increasing their control over occupied regions. Churches, in particular, are facing heightened surveillance.Russian authorities are tightening their grip on occupied territories of Ukraine. Churches are under special scrutiny because sermons and prayers can either strengthen believers in faith and courage or pressure them to compromise with the occupying regime.Pastor Mykhailo Brytsyn, a partner with Voice of the Martyrs Canada, says the crackdown h