Pope Leo calls on Putin for ceasefire in occupied Ukrainian city
Pope Leo spoke with Vladimir Putin by phone on Friday while recovering from surgery to urge a humanitarian pause in Oleshky.
Call made during hospital recovery
The Vatican confirmed the two leaders discussed the situation in southern Ukraine. Pope Leo expressed deep concern about conditions in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky. He asked Russia to allow emergency food and medical supplies into the area.
Request for safe civilian evacuation
The pontiff also requested that authorities permit residents to leave the city voluntarily. This appeal comes as civilians face a serious humanitarian crisis in Kherson region. The Vatican stated the Pope wants peaceful dialogue between the two nations.
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The News International
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South China Morning Post
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