Sunday, 18 May 2025 () Ukraine’s president was among the dignitaries and world leaders in St. Peter’s Square. After the meeting, he thanked the Vatican for its willingness to serve as a venue for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia.
In a historic and politically charged moment at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, shook hands with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska as his inaugural Mass drew to a close.
But the gesture was more than ceremonial. In his first global address,...
Massive crowds gather in Rome and St. Peter's Square to witness the historic inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV. The faithful and pilgrims from around the world come together for prayers, unity,..
Pope Leo's inauguration mass draws global leaders
Pope Leo XIV was greeted by crowds of faithful as he arrived in St. Peter’s Square for his inauguration mass, attended by world leaders and..
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Ukraine’s president was among the dignitaries and world leaders in St. Peter’s Square after the pope proposed the Vatican as a venue for peace talks. NYTimes.com
Sunday, 18 May 2025 ()
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