Vatican has no mediator role between Ukraine and Russia, says Ukrainian Catholic leader
Archbishop Sviatoslav said that in response to a question about Pope Francis's controversial statements on the Russo-Ukrainian war.
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“Hypocritical” to arm Ukraine, Pope Francis says, silent on Russian terror
The pontiff criticized European weapons deliveries to Ukraine while calling for peace negotiations, yet notably refrained from urging Russia to withdraw its invasion forces or release deported Ukrainians.
Zelenskyy seeks Pope’s help to free Ukrainian prisoners held in Russia
The President reportedly presented his "victory plan" and invited Vatican participation in a POW conference.
Vatican Special Representative Cardinal Parolin comes to Ukraine to meet with Zelenskyy
During his visit, Cardinal Parolin underscores Pope Francis's ongoing efforts to achieve a just peace for Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts.
Pope prays for people slain in war over rosary and Bible of fallen Ukrainian soldier
The Vatican held a moment of silent prayer for Oleksandr, a young Ukrainian soldier who lost his life in the war, as Pope Francis called for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Pope calls for prisoner exchange “all for all”; Ukraine responds: Russia doesn’t want it
Pope Francis calls for an "all for all" prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine in his traditional Easter address. Ukraine's Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War responds that while they are ready, Russia is unwilling to repatriate its own people.
Ukraine’s Ambassador to discuss “fundamental points” with Pope Francis
Pope Francis has faced criticism for suggesting that Ukraine should raise the 'white flag' and negotiate with Russia to end the war.
Vatican removes Pope’s quote about ‘great Russia’ after Ukrainian backlash
Ukrainian Foreign Ministry criticizes Pope Francis for praising ‘great Russia’ in his speech.
Pope sends envoy to Ukraine to explore potential paths to peace – NYT
Pope Francis has sent Italian Cardinal Matteo Zuppi to Ukraine on a two-day trip to discuss prospects for…
Pope Francis recognizes Russia as aggressor in war against Ukraine
During an interview with America: The Jesuit Review of Faith & Culture magazine, Pope Francis condemned Russia’s war…
Three reasons why Pope Francis perpetually fails Ukraine
For six months, the world is watching Russia invading sovereign Ukraine, bombing civil objects, killing and abusing civilians,…
Pope calls for a day of prayer for peace in Ukraine on Wednesday, 26 January
The pope expressed his concerns “over the increasing tensions that threaten to overturn chances for peace in Ukraine.”…
Pope Francis meets with Ukrainian servicemen in Vatican
Pope Francis met with Ukrainian soldiers during his general audience on St. Peter’s Square in Vatican on Wednesday,…
“Syrian strikes transform Trump from ‘ours’ to ‘another Hillary’”and other neglected Russian stories
The flood of news stories from a country as large, diverse and strange as the Russian Federation often…
Kirill wants a ‘guarantee’ from Pope in his war against Church in Ukraine, Kholmogorov says
The upcoming meeting of Moscow Patriarch Kirill with Pope Francis in Cuba is not only a major boost…