Ukrainian President Volodymyr
Zelensky sid after meeting Pope Francis on the sidelines of the
Group of Seven summit in Puglia Friday that he thanked him for
his prayers for peace in his country.
"I met with @Pontifex and thanked His Holiness for his prayers
for peace in Ukraine, his spiritual closeness to our people, and
humanitarian aid for Ukrainians," Zelensky said on X.
"I informed the Pope about the consequences of Russian
aggression, its air terror, and the difficult energy situation.
"We discussed the Peace Formula, the Holy See's role in
establishing a just and lasting peace, and expectations for the
Global Peace Summit.
"I thanked the Holy See for its participation in the Summit and
highlighted its efforts aimed at bringing peace closer,
particularly returning Ukrainian children abducted by Russia."
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