WorldPope Leo and Zelensky discuss hopes for ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky

Volodymyr Zelensky briefed Pope Leo XIV on Russia’s war against Ukraine and the worsening humanitarian emergency in occupied Oleshky. They discussed Vatican diplomatic contacts with Russia. Three days earlier, the pope had spoken with Vladimir Putin and called for a ceasefire to evacuate civilians.

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TThe Kyiv Independent★★★★☆2026-10-19 19:50Original