UOC church catches fire in Chernihiv due to shelling

The Church of Theodosius of Chernihiv. Photo: m.fotostrana.ru

On March 13, as a result of hostilities, the church of St. Theodosius of Chernihiv at the Yatsevo cemetery in Chernihiv caught fire, reports the press service of the Chernihiv Eparchy.

According to eyewitnesses, the shell hit the roof of the temple, the completely destroyed dome collapsed inside.

There are people sheltering in the basement who have not been able to evacuate. Rescue teams have been called but are unable to reach the place due to shelling.

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