# Vatican calls for dialogue on Ukraine and an end to hostilities

https://mins.news/en/item/31577

- TASS, 2026-08-25 12:19 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2177471

> Vatican Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations Paul Richard Gallagher said the Ukrainian conflict cannot be resolved militarily. The Holy See is calling for genuine dialogue and negotiations backed by the international community, warning that prolonged hostilities make an adequate settlement harder and deepen civilian suffering.

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