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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in front of an ancient icon, illustrating the creation of a registry of national shrines

Zelenskyy approves creation of 'national shrines' registry: analysis of the bill's goals and impact on church disputes

Politics 08/15/2026, 22:16
🇺🇦 Zelenskyy has instructed the government to draft a law on 'national shrines' by August 24. The document will strengthen monument protection and create a basis for reparations from the Russian Federation. Experts link the initiative to transferring the management of lavras to state control and responding to UNESCO criticism. #Ukraine #Zelenskyy #Culture #UNESCO
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a black jacket, who signed the decree on the status of 'national shrine' for Ukrainian objects

Protection against aggression: Zelenskyy signs decree on the status of 'national shrine' for Ukrainian sites

Politics 08/15/2026, 21:14
🇺🇦 Zelenskyy signs decree on the status of 'national shrine' for Ukrainian sites. 📜 The Cabinet of Ministers is tasked with developing a law by August 24 that will tighten liability for the destruction of heritage. ⛪ The initiative was announced on the 975th anniversary of the Lavra following the strike on the Dormition Cathedral in June 2026. 🌍 The MFA will seek reparations from the RF and protection in UNESCO.
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