"Pope Francis' Call for Ukraine Talks Sparks Controversy"

The Kremlin expressed understanding of Pope Francis's call for negotiations to end the Ukraine war, stating that Russia was ready to sit down for talks, but Ukraine had rejected such proposals. The Kremlin also criticized the West's hope of defeating Russia and emphasized its willingness for negotiations. However, Ukraine rebuffed the Pope's call, with President Zelenskiy dismissing it as "virtual mediation." The conflict continues amid international efforts to find a resolution.