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Pope hopes Trump-Putin meeting leads to Ukraine ceasefire
Arriving in Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV told reporters he hoped US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin can find a way to reach a ceasefire in Russia’s war on Ukraine when they meet in Alaska. Source: CNS.
Ukraine ambassador defends Vatican diplomacy ahead of Alaska talks
Ukraine’s ambassador to the Holy See has denied there was a “strong Russian influence at the Vatican” skewing its approach towards peace negotiations. Source: The Tablet.
Charity never takes a vacation: Papal Almoner
Activity for Pope Leo may slow down during July – but not his charitable outreach. Source: Vatican News.
Pope Leo and Ukrainian leader meet to discuss paths to peace
Pope Leo XIV has taken time out from his summer vacation in Castel Gandolfo to receive the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Source: CNA.
Pope’s message of hope to Ukrainian Greek Catholics
Amid Russia’s war on Ukraine, the faith of Ukrainians is being “sorely tested,” but God “will have the last word, and life will conquer death,” Pope Leo XIV said at the weekend. Source: OSV News.
Russian drone strike kills seven, damages Kyiv’s historic cathedral
Up to seven people were killed and up to 13 injured in a large-scale Russian drone attack on Kyiv and Odesa on Tuesday, which also damaged the historic Holy Wisdom Cathedral, also known as St Sophia Cathedral. Source: OSV News.
Pope appeals for peace in first phone conversation with Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed war and peace in Ukraine in separate phone calls with Pope Leo XIV and US President Donald Trump overnight. Source: OSV News.
Russia rejects Vatican offer to host peace talks on Ukraine
Russia has rejected the Vatican’s offer to host talks for ending the war in Ukraine, despite international support for the idea. Source: OSV News.
Zelenskyy invites Pope to Ukraine during first conversation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed he spoke with Pope Leo XIV and invited him to visit Ukraine. Source: Crux.