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Russia backs ceasefire proposal but wants more details
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he agreed in principle with a United States proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, but the terms need to be worked out, and he emphasised that it should pave the way to lasting peace. Source: SMH.
Ukraine ready to accept immediate 30-day ceasefire
Ukraine has expressed a willingness to accept an immediate 30-day ceasefire in the war with Russia, after meetings with the US representatives in Saudi Arabia. Source: OSV News.
European bishops urge EU to continue support for Ukraine
The bishops of the European Union have rallied in support of the Ukrainian people and have urged European institutions to do the same. Source: Crux.
Ukraine’s Catholic Church leaders pledge support for country’s continuing struggle
Ukrainian bishops spoke up as international reaction continued over US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance’s televised White House clash with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Source: Catholic Review.
Sydney rally commemorates third anniversary of Russian invasion of Ukraine
Hundreds of people flocked to the St Mary’s Cathedral forecourt in Sydney on Monday to commemorate the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Ukrainian bishops affirm belief in ‘the triumph of God’s truth’
Marking the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Greek Catholic bishops affirmed Ukrainians’ belief in “the triumph of God’s truth” – and the recognition that “true peace cannot exist without justice”. Source: OSV News.
Caritas calls for continuing support for Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, Caritas organisations remain on the frontlines, helping millions of war-affected Ukrainians to cope with the crisis, rebuild their lives and work toward self-sufficiency. Source: Caritas Australia.
Papal gestures and new US administration giving Ukrainians some hope
As Russia sent a barrage of rockets to Ukraine over the weekend, a bishop living in an eastern Ukraine diocese on the front lines of war said such events make hope “rather waning” for his people. Source: OSV News.
Pope holds surprise video conference with young Ukrainians
As the 2025 Jubilee entered its second month, Pope Francis has made an effort to work for peace, looking at the issue of Ukraine. Source: Crux.