Pope Leo meets with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy

[ad_1] For the second time in his papacy, Pope Leo XIV welcomes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the papal residence at Castel Gandolfo to debate the struggle in Ukraine and the return of Ukrainian kids taken to Russia.

Vatican Information

Pope Leo XIV welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the papal residence in Castel Gandolfo on the morning of 9 December.

The Holy See Press Workplace issued an announcement describing the cordial assembly, saying discussions centered primarily on the struggle in Ukraine.

Throughout their talks, the Pope reiterated the significance of ongoing dialogue and as soon as once more careworn his “pressing hope that ongoing diplomatic efforts will result in a simply and lasting peace.”

The 2 heads of state additionally spoke concerning the situation of prisoners of struggle, calling for guaranteeing the secure return of Ukrainian kids to their households.

Precisely 5 months in the past, the President met with Pope Leo on the residence at Castel Gandolfo for a personal viewers—throughout which related matters have been mentioned.

Within the July assembly, Pope Leo—elected simply two months previous to the papacy—expressed his sorrow for the victims of the struggle and warranted the folks of Ukraine of his ongoing prayers for them.

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The Holy Father had additionally reiterated the Vatican’s willingness to host each Ukraine and Russia for potential negotiations.

Following the assembly, President Zelenskyy addressed journalists in English, expressing his gratitude for the viewers and the Pope’s help particularly relating to the return of Ukrainian kids—calling it “a vital query.”