Russia has 'killed about 120 members of the clergy,' Zelensky says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that Russian attacks have resulted in the deaths of approximately 120 clergy members and damaged over 800 religious institutions. He condemned these actions as intentional and horrific during an interview on Capitol Hill. Zelensky emphasized the impact of the war on Ukraine's religious community and highlighted the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches' role in addressing humanitarian issues. Additionally, he met with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew in Istanbul to discuss the humanitarian situation in Russian-occupied areas and peace efforts.