Patriarch Kirill offered condolences following two deadly attacks on Russian facilities this week. After a drone strike on a logistics center in Kotovsk, Tambov Region, he assured the victims and the families of those killed of the Church's prayers, while the Tambov Diocese organized pastoral support for the affected families. He later issued a similar message after a missile strike on an industrial enterprise in Kirov, calling on the clergy of the Vyatka Diocese to provide spiritual care to everyone impacted by the tragedy.

Patriarch Kirill visited the Metropolis of Tatarstan, where he attended celebrations marking the 300th anniversary of Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Kazan. He emphasized the importance of faith, the restoration of religious shrines, and constructive relations between Orthodox Christians and Muslims as foundations for social harmony. During the visit, an exhibition dedicated to the late Metropolitan Theophan (Ashurkov), known for his role in the revival of Kazan Cathedral, also opened in the city.

A Ukrainian court is expected to consider the possible liquidation of the legal registration of the Kyiv Metropolis of the canonical Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC). Bulgarian Patriarch Daniil and Metropolitan Gavriil of Lovech appealed for the protection of the rights of millions of believers and called for an impartial judicial process. Ahead of the hearing, the Pochaiv Lavra announced days of intensified prayer and fasting, while authorities signaled additional measures concerning the monastery. Reports of church seizures, pressure on clergy, and the reported forcible detention and mobilization of a UOC priest in Lutsk continued to draw public attention.

Metropolitan Anthony of Volokolamsk, chairman of the Moscow Patriarchate's Department for External Church Relations, paid a working visit to Cyprus. On the feast of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, he celebrated the Divine Liturgy in Limassol together with Metropolitan Timothy, Exarch of the Jerusalem Patriarchate. The visit also included meetings with senior hierarchs of the Church of Cyprus, focusing on strengthening fraternal ties and discussing current issues in inter-Orthodox relations.

Authorities on Mount Athos introduced heightened fire safety measures amid an increased risk of wildfires. Monasteries have expanded preventive efforts by clearing vegetation, inspecting firefighting systems, storing emergency water supplies, and training volunteers. Modern technologies, including drone patrols and smoke-detection surveillance systems, are being used to detect fires at an early stage. Although no major fires have been reported, precautions have been significantly reinforced due to extreme heat, dense vegetation, and the large number of pilgrims.

Georgia's Ministry of Culture and the Georgian Orthodox Church agreed to establish a joint working group dedicated to preserving ecclesiastical architectural heritage. The group will coordinate restoration projects for historic churches and monasteries while strengthening cooperation between the Church and the state. The initiative comes as restoration work continues at the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Gelati Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral.

More than 120 students participated in the Prizren Summer Spiritual School in Kosovo, marking the highest attendance in the program's history. The event featured liturgical services, pilgrimages to major Serbian Orthodox monasteries, lectures, and meetings with clergy. Metropolitan Theodosije of Raška and Prizren encouraged participants to preserve their connection with Kosovo and Metohija's spiritual heritage and the Orthodox faith.

The Orthodox Church in America's Archdiocese of Canada held its annual Assembly in Calgary, focusing on the future of Orthodox communities and passing the faith to younger generations. Metropolitan Tikhon highlighted the importance of preserving Church tradition, welcoming new faithful, and strengthening parish life. Delegates discussed archdiocesan development, clergy support, elected governing bodies, and presented a translation of the Gospel of John into the Blackfoot language. Participants concluded that Orthodox communities in Canada continue to grow and remain optimistic about the future.