"Pope's 'White Flag' Remark Sparks Outrage Amid Ukraine-Russia Conflict"
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Pope Francis' statement suggesting Ukraine should have the "courage of the white flag" to negotiate an end to the war with Russia has sparked furious criticism, with Ukrainian and allied officials comparing it to Nazi appeasement. The Vatican later clarified that the Pope supported a truce achieved through negotiations, not a Ukrainian surrender. Ukrainian and Polish diplomats criticized the remarks, urging the Church not to repeat historical mistakes. Despite the controversy, the Pope has expressed sympathy for Ukraine and called for peace in the region.
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