Reasons: The Salvation Army is allegedly a paramilitary organization that is supported from abroad and violates Russian laws. The Strasbourg court recognized that none of the accusations made stood up to criticism. Now the country will have to pay 10 thousand euros in compensation to the Moscow branch of the AC. One of the world's most powerful charities, it operates in 102 countries, with 86% of its budget going toward food and clothing for those in need. By the way, there are few officials in the Army; all the work is done by one and a half million volunteers.