Vučić Discussed Protection of Orthodox Shrines in Kosovo with Trump's "Spiritual Advisor"
Vučić noted that the protection of the spiritual heritage of the Serbian Church is a priority issue on the international agenda.
Serbian President Alexander Vučić discussed the protection of Orthodox shrines in Kosovo and Metohija with Pastor Mark Burns, who calls himself a spiritual advisor to Donald Trump. This was reported by Orthodoxia News Agency.
During the talks, the parties focused on the situation of the Serbian people and the preservation of the region's rich spiritual heritage. Vučić emphasized that respect for religious freedoms and human rights is "vitally important" for ensuring security in the region.
"I emphasized that it is of utmost importance to respect the religious freedoms and rights of all people, as well as to ensure peace and security for our people," the Serbian leader stated. The interlocutors also expressed confidence that shared values — faith, family, and freedom — would serve as the foundation for further strengthening ties between Serbia and the United States.
Vučić separately thanked Burns for honoring the memory of innocent Serbian victims in Bratunac and for conveying the message about the necessity of preserving historical truth for future generations. Following the meeting, the president noted that the protection of the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Serbian Church remains a priority issue on the country's international agenda.
Previously, Serbian Patriarch Porfirije received the American pastor at the patriarchal palace. The parties discussed strengthening ties between the two Christian countries and peoples.
