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world8 days ago•3 min saved

Vatican pushes for diplomacy to end Ukraine war in Moscow meeting

In Moscow, Vatican foreign minister Archbishop Paul Gallagher urged Russia and Ukraine to end the war and pursue serious diplomatic negotiations with international mediation, stressing civilian protection and humanitarian cooperation; Lavrov described the talks as constructive while criticizing Europe’s backing of Kyiv, and both sides emphasized keeping channels open, with Gallagher invoking Pope Leo XIV’s call for an unarmed, de-escalatory peace.

via National Catholic Reporter|

#gallagher #lavrov #peace-talks

world7 months ago•0 min saved

Global Efforts and Political Tensions Surrounding Maduro's Escape and Venezuela

On Christmas Eve, Vatican officials, including Cardinal Parolin, urgently discussed with the US ambassador the US's plans for Venezuela, questioning whether the US aimed solely at drug traffickers or was pursuing regime change, and urging for a diplomatic exit for Maduro.

via The Washington Post|

#maduro #regime-change #us-foreign-policy

religion3 years ago•6 min saved

Pope Francis' Prayers for Peace on Assumption Feast

Pope Francis gave a wide-ranging interview to the Spanish magazine Vida Nueva, discussing topics such as his upcoming trips, Vatican diplomacy, and the next stage of the Synod on Synodality. He mentioned the possibility of trips to Beijing, Argentina, and Kosovo, and highlighted the efforts to bring Ukrainian children back to their homeland. The Pope also announced a peace meeting with religious leaders in Abu Dhabi and emphasized the need for prayer during the Synod. He criticized the rigidity of some priests and seminarians, noting the moral problems and double lives that can be found behind traditionalism.

via Aleteia|

#cardinal-zuppi #peace-mission #pope-francis