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Moscow Resident Demands Removal of Christmas Tree — “It Offends My Religion”

In Moscow, a decorated Christmas tree in an apartment building sparked a
scandal.
The incident took place in a residential complex called "Srednevsky Les," where
residents had put up traditional decorations for the New Year. But one man
wasn't pleased.
"For many families in our building, including mine, based on our deep religious beliefs, the presence of such a symbol in a shared space is unacceptable."
He didn't name the religion, but he did demand the tree be removed.
Residents, however, stood their ground:
"We already had a vote. No one objected. The tree stays. Period."
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But the controversy didn't stop at the building entrance — it reached the
Russian parliament.
A member of the Duma responded:
"If you want to live in Russia, respect its laws and traditions. We have a proverb — don't bring your own rules into another's monastery. We shouldn't remove trees — we should remove those forcing their rules on us."
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This isn't an isolated event.
Similar incidents happen every year — complaints about Father Frost, school
performances, and food menus. And it all looks eerily familiar...
Just like in
Germany, once a Christian country, now
stripped of its Christmas carols, pork sausages, and joy.
All because "someone might be offended."
🎯 Is this about respecting feelings — or canceling traditions?
What do you think? A tree — or a Trojan horse?
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