Yeltsin is expected to sign a measure making the Orthodox Church the preeminent religion of Russia. Under the proposed law - passed unanimously by the upper house of parliament today - religious groups that haven't operated in Russia for at least 15 years will face restrictions on publishing materials and holding worship services.
Russia's Orthodox, Officially
Yeltsin is expected to sign a measure making the Orthodox Church the preeminent religion of Russia. Under the proposed law - passed unanimously by the upper house of parliament today - religious groups that haven't operated in Russia for at least 15 years will face restrictions on publishing materials and holding worship services.
