Alastair Crooke: East Meets West in the Arena of Progressive Ideals

Can a president's proclamation really draw a line under an entire faith? The latest episode features a riveting discussion on the baffling reaction from Russia towards the U.S. President's Easter Sunday remarks about the transgender community and their place in Christian values. Our expert guest, fluent in the cultural and religious intricacies of Russian society, sheds light on the stark contrast between the East's adherence to tradition and the West's progressive stance. As Western values evolve, we explore how these shifts are perceived as bewildering, even laughable, through the Russian lens, challenging the core of a belief system shared across continents.

15-04-2024