Pope Leo XIV Meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky
Pope Leo XIV met with Ukrainian President Zelensky after his inauguration Mass, highlighting concerns about the war in Ukraine and calling for peace. The Pope criticized violence, prejudice, exploitation of resources, and autocracy. Dignitaries like US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio were in attendance. The Pope expressed solidarity with journalists jailed for reporting the truth and emphasized preaching hope and peace.
Key Points
- Call for negotiations for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine
- Warning against marginalisation of the poor and autocracy
- Emphasis on unity and preaching hope and peace
Pros
- Pope's call for peace in Ukraine
- Criticism of violence and exploitation
- Expressed solidarity with journalists
Cons
- None reported