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>"This was very important at a time when world religions were developing ... but it is no less current now, when we must defend our traditional values, our culture, our traditions and our history," he stated, adding: "This is very important for the future of the country."

>Putin has insisted his stance isn't about pushing a purely Christian agenda, pointing out Russia's respect for its "traditional religions" which include Islam, Judaism, and Buddhism. With around 70% of Russians identifying as Christian, Putin has been playing up religious angles, frequently using biblical references to support the Kremlin's narrative.

>Seven months after initiating the conflict in Ukraine in February 2022, Putin lashed out at Western countries, branding them "Satanic" for abandoning what he considers to be the "traditional" and "religious" values that are central to Russia.

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