Pope Francis Highlights ‘Sad Anniversary’ of Russia’s Ukraine Invasion

Pope Francis called for a ceasefire in Ukraine and the start of peace negotiations

The Supreme Pontiff launched his appeal in the Paul VI classroom of the Vatican before several hundred people, including a group of Ukrainian deputies

Ukraine War: News Networks Plan Special Coverage On Anniversary Of Start Of Russia’s Invasion

Broadcast and cable networks are planning specials, a town hall and other coverage Thursday tied to the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Correspondents also will report from sites around the country, with Vladimir Putin’s regime mounting a winter offensive. Here’s a rundown: ABC News: Ian Pannell, who was in Kyiv as the war […]

Pope Francis calls for ceasefire in Ukraine as war anniversary looms

Vatican City, Feb 22 (EFE).- Pope Francis on Wednesday urged peace talks and a ceasefire in Ukraine, two days before what he called the “sad anniversary” of Russia’s invasion. “I appeal to those in authority over nations to make concrete efforts to end the conflict, to reach a ceasefire and to start peace negotiations,” the pontiff said. “Whatever is built on rubble can never be a true victory,” he added. During his weekly general audience deliv…

Pope Francis urges ceasefire in Ukraine ahead of invasion anniversary

Pope Francis: 'That which is built on ruins can never be a real victory'

Ukraine: Pope urges ceasefire in Ukraine ahead of invasion anniversary

Pope Francis, who has appealed for an end to violence in Ukraine at nearly every public appearance since Russia's invasion of the country on February 24, 2022, spoke at his weekly general audience at the Vatican. "It has been a year since the start of this absurd and cruel war, a sad anniversary," he said.

Pope Francis Highlights ‘Sad Anniversary’ of Russia’s Ukraine Invasion

Pontiff calls for ‘concrete efforts to end the conflict’