Pope Leo XIV discusses humanitarian situation in Oleshky with Zelensky

Vatican News reported this, according to Ukrinform.

According to the statement from the Holy See Press Office, the Pontiff drew attention during the call to the difficult situation in Oleshky and recalled his earlier appeal for a humanitarian ceasefire, which he had conveyed to Vladimir Putin.

“The Pope also expressed his hope that cooperation between both parties will allow for the delivery of food and medical aid, as well as for the voluntary and safe evacuation of the civilian population,” the statement said.

At the end of the call, Pope Leo XIV reaffirmed the Holy See’s commitment to promoting dialogue and peace.

As reported by Ukrinform, Pope Leo XIV recently spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin, asking him for a ceasefire to allow food and medicine to be delivered to temporarily occupied Oleshky in the Kherson region.

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