Russian Orthodox Church Runs Private Military Companies Recruiting Fighters for Ukraine

The Russian Orthodox Church is running private military companies that recruit and train fighters for Ukraine.

The church receives funding from groups close to Putin, disguised as charitable donations.

One example is the St. Andrew's Cross PMC based at a cathedral in Russia.

The PMC provides military training for recruits, including parishioners with military experience.

Despite being illegal in Russia, PMCs are used by the Kremlin in Ukraine and elsewhere.