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Hundreds gathered at the Church of St. John the Theologian in Kharkiv for Easter services, a symbol of faith and resilience during Ukraine’s ongoing war.
Once a spiritual hub, the church has also become a vital humanitarian centre during the war.
The Easter service on Sunday brought together soldiers, volunteers, and long-time parishioners in a show of unity and resilience.
In Lukashivka, worshippers marked Easter near the ruins of the Ascension Church, heavily damaged during the Russian invasion.
Despite a declared Easter truce by Russia, Ukrainian officials reported continued attacks, fuelling scepticism.
Across Ukraine, faith communities persist amid devastation, with over 500 churches damaged since the war began.
