Russia is the main eastern country. For Orthodox Christians, Russia is like Vatican. They are also the "protectors" of Orthodox Christians for last few centuries. That's why Vatican is against them. Russia refused to serve under Popes boots because all humans should be equal, none should raise above others.
There's one fact and a photo that is very amazing to us Serbs and Orthodox Christians.
Our version of Pope is called Patriarch. Until few years ago our Patriarch was "Pavle". One incredible and very humble man, with supper positive energy.
You probably saw many times (on TV or pictures) Popes car and how he travels, expensive car made just for him.
But our ex-Patriarch (died few years ago unfortunately) travel like this:
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That's original photo of him going to work.
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Wish you all the best in the new flat :-)