The Orthodox International Relations category explores global affairs through the lens of Orthodox Christian theology, history, and moral teaching. Articles examine war and peace, diplomacy, religious liberty, geopolitics, nationalism, persecution of Christians, international law, and the impact of global conflicts on the Orthodox Church and Christian communities around the world. Drawing on Holy Scripture, the Church Fathers, and the historical witness of the Orthodox Church, this collection provides thoughtful analysis of contemporary international events while emphasizing justice, peace, human dignity, and the sovereignty of God over the nations. Readers will find Orthodox Christian perspectives on foreign policy, humanitarian crises, international organizations, and the moral responsibilities of governments and believers in an increasingly interconnected and conflict-prone world.
Romania’s cultural heritage is at the center of a growing battle over censorship, historical memory, and political persecution. This article examines the prosecution of Romanian figures, the targeting of Mihai Eminescu and other intellectuals, and the state’s expanding control over historical interpretation and free expression.
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Exposes the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese and Patriarchate of Constantinople for honoring Zelensky amid Ukrainian Orthodox Church persecution, corruption allegations, torture scandals, and the silence of Orthodox bishops and laity.
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Here is my recap of the Zelensky dinner, based on available reports and on my weeks of monitoring the subject for Orthodox Reflections.
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This article examines the 2018 Tomos that created the Orthodox Church of Ukraine, analyzing the newly published Kyiv chronicle, the role of Patriarch Bartholomew, Poroshenko, Georgios Frangakis, and alleged political pressure and corruption surrounding the Unification Council.
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Michael Gianakos, a Greek Orthodox Christians, joins Nicholas of Orthodox Reflections to discuss the controversy over the Beacon of Hope Award for Zelensky, alleged persecution of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, U.S. involvement in Ukraine, Orthodox Church politics, religious freedom, and calls for accountability.
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The 25th anniversary of 9/11 raises troubling questions about America’s transformation since September 11, 2001—from the rise of the surveillance state and the War on Terror to the growing emptiness of secular memorials. Explore 9/11, its changing meaning, and the Orthodox Christian response to tragedy, suffering, prayer, and national decline.
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An Orthodox Christian critique of Donald Trump, examining Trump Idolatry Syndrome, political deception, kleptocracy, the cult of personality, war, and the spiritual dangers of political idolatry.
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Explore the life and nationalist teachings of Ion Mota, a leading figure in Romania’s Legionary Movement and Iron Guard. This article examines Mota’s ideas about sacrifice, national identity, Christian faith, political activism, and pan-European nationalism.
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A powerful Orthodox appeal exposing the persecution of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, the OCU controversy, and GOARCH’s planned Zelensky “Beacon of Hope” award while calling Orthodox Christians to defend the persecuted Church.
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Ukrainian Orthodox Church persecution continues with monastery seizures, pressure on the Pochaiv Lavra, attacks on UOC clergy, and forced mobilization of priests in Ukraine.
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