From 1917 to 1989, Russia spread the error of Marxism, which is atheist materialism.
Commenting on the consequences of the Bolshevik revolution, Solzhenitsyn spoke of 66 million innocent victims, and among these victims, so many Russian faithful, generally Orthodox, arbitrarily separated, displaced, suffering all kinds of humiliation and hardships: known and unknown martyrs all.
Since 1989, churches have flourished in Russia. Seminaries are full and family values are honored. Poverty is not resolved and justice is not perfect, but the family and cultural policy is widely appreciated by the people. In short, it is reasonable to speak of a conversion of Russia and a time of peace.
Should we think that this welcome change was the only reason for the apparitions of Fatima? Certainly not, but it makes us understand the power and fruitfulness of the message of Fatima, and reminds us to continue to consecrate ourselves to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. For "The triumph of Her Immaculate Heart" must accompany the glorious return of Christ.
Françoise Breynaert