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Religious leaders condemn Russian attack on Kyiv cathedral
Catholic and Orthodox leaders are expressing shock and outrage after a Russian drone strike heavily damaged a historic monastery complex in Kyiv, Ukraine, with a cathedral set ablaze. Source: Catholic Review.
Apostolic nuncio backs Zelenskyy’s call for peace
The apostolic nuncio to Ukraine has expressed his support for initiatives that could lead to the end of war, following the release of an open letter by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calling for peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Source: OSV News.
Ukrainian students sit exams hours after deadly attack
Caritas Australia is urging Australians not to look away as Ukrainian families endure another devastating wave of attacks, with young people sitting critical exams just hours after the bombings.
Ukraine churches seek UN condemnation of Russian attacks
Religious leaders in Ukraine called on members of the United Nations Security Council to condemn Russian “terrorist attacks and crimes against humanity” after large-scale strikes across the country. Source: The Tablet.
Young son of Caritas worker killed in Ukraine missile strike
Caritas Australia has expressed deep sorrow and concern following devastating updates from Caritas colleagues in Ukraine, where aid workers and their families are facing escalating danger as attacks intensify.
Leaders seek end to Russia’s religious persecution in Ukraine
Several prominent American Catholics have launched a petition calling for the end of Russia’s religious persecution in occupied areas of Ukraine. Source: NCR Online.
Russia, Ukraine accuse each other of violating ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire on Sunday, as Orthodox Christians gathered to celebrate the holiday despite Moscow’s four-year-long war against its neighbour. Source: Crux.
War goes on but faith is growing in Ukraine: Bishop
In eastern Ukraine people have grown numb to the danger of air raids but faith is growing, a local bishop says. Source: Aid to the Church in Need.
Vatican issues stamp honouring Ukrainian Catholics
A new Vatican stamp issue honouring Ukrainian Catholics marks three major milestones for the Catholic Church in Ukraine, even as the country continues to endure the ongoing war. Source: National Catholic Register.