A “Russian March” with prayers for Putin: Russia holds four major religious processions involving far-right groups
So far this month, religious processions promoted by far-right and nationalist groups have been held in Moscow, Irkutsk, Elista, and St. Petersburg, drawing more than 200,000 participants overall, according to official figures. Tsargrad, the media outlet owned by billionaire and invasion of Ukraine sponsor Konstantin Malofeev, explicitly described the Moscow procession as a “nationwide Russian…
Moscow, September 6 - A grand religious procession took place in Russia's capital, drawing up to 100,000 participants, according to the Interior Ministry. The procession started at the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and ended at the Novodevichy Convent, led by Patriarch Kirill. Notable attendees included federal officials and far-right activists from multiple organizations.
The event, dubbed "Russia's March," began preparations a month prior, with official Telegram and website support. Far-right and nationalist groups participated, though their numbers were estimated at around 2,000, or 2% of the total attendance. The procession featured the Smolensk Icon of the Mother of God and relics of 14th century Prince Dmitry Donskoy.
Government officials and politicians, including a wanted individual, were among the attendees. The event was promoted heavily by Tsargrad, Malofeev's Orthodox nationalist television channel, which repeatedly referred to it as a "real Russian March."
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