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Zelensky to Meet Pope, Scholz as Whirlwind Europe Tour Ends
Zelensky is seeking a military and financial boost during a 48-hour trip to London, Paris, Rome and Berlin, amid fears of dwindling support if Donald Trump wins the US presidency next month.
Oct. 11, 2024
Religion
Pope Francis Chooses Ukrainian Catholic Bishop to Become Cardinal
In a move seen by many as a backhanded reprimand, the Pope will promote a young Ukrainian bishop in Australia to cardinal, which might prevent the head of the UGCC from ever becoming one.
Oct. 7, 2024
War in Ukraine
World Briefing: September 30, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Sept. 30, 2024
Zelensky
Religious Leaders’ Legacy from the Ukraine Peace Summit
Despite the Churches being active contributors to peace efforts, their representation at the Ukraine Peace Summit was characterized by restraint, hesitancy and predictability.
June 30, 2024
Zelensky
Zelensky Thanks Pope for Peace Efforts
Zelensky envisions the Holy See playing a role in establishing “lasting peace” in Ukraine.
June 14, 2024
Zelensky
Pope Calls for ‘General Exchange’ of Prisoners of Russo-Ukrainian War in Easter Message
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Ukrainians to stay strong and not to allow daily Russian shelling to break their spirits.
March 31, 2024
War in Ukraine
Morning News Update for March 13
Kyiv Post’s new overnight supplement to War in Ukraine Update for March 13.
March 13, 2024
Pope Francis
OPINION: Pontiff’s White Flag Approach Is a Non-Starter
Pope Francis would do better to keep his ill-informed opinions about Ukraine to himself rather than playing the malign messenger who preaches bad Russian narratives of invincibility.
March 12, 2024
War in Ukraine
German Foreign Minister Criticises Pope on Ukraine
The pope sparked a furore at the weekend after saying in an interview on Swiss television that one should "have the courage to raise the white flag and negotiate."
March 11, 2024
War in Ukraine
Kyiv Slams Pope’s ‘White Flag’ Call, Vows No Surrender to Russia
Ukraine vows never to surrender after Pope Francis called on Kyiv to negotiate with the Kremlin, ceding territory to Moscow after Putin escalated Russia’s war in Ukraine with a full-scale invasion.
March 11, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘Our Flag Is a Yellow and Blue One’ – War in Ukraine Update for March 11
Drone blamed for explosion near St Petersburg airport; Kyiv bristles at Pope’s “white flag” speech; Three civilians killed in Donetsk; Russians continue westward march
March 11, 2024
War in Ukraine
Poland’s Foreign Minister to Pope: How About Putin’s Courage to Withdraw Army from Ukraine?
Poland’s FM asked the Pope to balance his statement that Ukraine should have the “courage of the white flag” with another telling Putin to “have the courage to withdraw his army from Ukraine.”
March 10, 2024
Pope Francis
Pope Says Civilians Killed in War Aren't 'Collateral Damage'
Pope Francis said people "need to realise more clearly that civilian victims are not 'collateral damage' but men and woman, with names and surnames, who lose their lives."
Jan. 8, 2024
War in Ukraine
Pope Kicks Off Christmas Celebrations With Call For Ukraine and Middle East Peace
The pope struck a sombre tone during his Christmas Eve mass.
Dec. 25, 2023
Pope Francis
EXPLAINED: What to Make of Pope’s Latest Comments on Ukraine?
Over the weekend, Pope Francis said countries are moving backward in not wanting to give arms to Ukraine – but seemingly mixed messages and crossed wires have caused confusion.
Sept. 25, 2023
War in Ukraine
Pope Rebuked by Ukrainian Catholic Bishops Over ‘Great Russian Empire’ Comments
In response, the Pope said: “I want to assure you of my solidarity with you and constant prayerful closeness. I am with the Ukrainian people."
Sept. 7, 2023