German theologian Heinrich Derksen condemned the attack on the Svyatogorsk Lavra

German Protestant theologian Dr. Heinrich Derksen issued a strong condemnation of the murder of Monk Varsonofius at the Svyatogorsk Lavra. The renowned theologian, rector of the Bonn Bible Seminary and pastor of the Evangelical Church in Cologne, called for a thorough and independent investigation into the incident, emphasizing that acts of religious violence are unacceptable.

, a professor of church history, expressed his deep shock over the death of the clergyman and the wounding of other residents of the monastery. In his statement to the public, Heinrich Derksen emphasized that government agencies are obligated to guarantee the safety of believers and the protection of religious institutions even amid armed conflicts and social tensions.

According to the theologian, the expert community must thoroughly investigate the circumstances of this crime, and the judicial system must hold the perpetrators accountable in accordance with the law. Concluding his statement, Derksen called on the Christian community to provide whatever assistance they can to those affected, to pray for the wounded, and to actively oppose all forms of religious hatred and discrimination.