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Russia Declares Devil Worship A FelonyRussia is making headlines after cracking down on what it calls “Satanism” and devil worship, officially labeling the so-called “International Satanist movement” as extremist activity. The move by Russia’s Supreme Court has sparked debate around the world about religion, freedom, government control, and where the line should be drawn.Devil worship is now a criminal offense in Russia, with sentences up to 10 years for organizers. The law follows years of pressure from the Russian Orthodox Church and fits a pattern of Russia banning religious groups it finds inconvenient.Critics argue the vague definition gives the state broad power to prosecute anyone displaying the wrong symbols online. The government has not clarified where goth aesthetics end and criminal Satanism begins.Does a government have the right to criminalize a religion?https://praiseindy.com/4144083/russia-declares-devil-worship-a-felony/