Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. He has proclaimed Russia's invasion of Ukraine a holy war and promised from the start of the conflict that sacrificing one's life in it will wash away all sin, even for the unrepentant. Under his leadership the church has sent thousands of priests to the front, both to rally the troops and, in some cases, to fight; at least 300 priests have signed contracts with the Ministry of Defence, receiving the same privileges as veterans. Priests have also been enjoined to denounce abortion and promote pregnancy as part of Putin's pro-natalist drive.
When you don't know what to do, walk fast and look worried.