Ukraine celebrates first Christmas on 25 December (www.bbc.com)
Many Ukrainian Orthodox Christians are preparing to celebrate Christmas on 25 December for the first time this year....
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Many Ukrainian Orthodox Christians are preparing to celebrate Christmas on 25 December for the first time this year....
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