Appeal for Peace in Ukraine by Pope Leo XIV

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Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace in Ukraine and is asked by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy for help in bringing home children deported to Russia. They plan to meet in the future and discuss the situation of Ukrainian children. The Trump administration cut funding to Yale University's Humanitarian Research Lab, which released an investigation on the deportation of Ukrainian children by Russian forces.

Key Points

  • Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace in Ukraine
  • Zelenskyy asks for assistance in returning deported children
  • Discussion on the situation of Ukrainian children deported to Russia
  • Trump administration cuts funding to Yale University's Humanitarian Research Lab

Pros

  • Pope appeals for peace in Ukraine
  • Zelenskyy seeks help from the Pope to bring home deported children
  • Plans for a future meeting and ongoing communication

Cons

  • Deportation and coerced foster care of Ukrainian children by Russia
  • Funding cut to Yale University's Humanitarian Research Lab