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Pope Urges Ceasefire and Dialogue Amid Ukraine Crisis

9/1/2025

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Pope Leo XIV urged an immediate ceasefire and dialogue in Ukraine during his August 31, 2025, prayer.
He condemned recent Russian airstrikes that resulted in significant casualties in Kyiv.
The Pope called on leaders to reject violence and seek peace with international support.
Ukrainian officials expressed gratitude for the Pope's moral leadership and echoed his peace call.
September 1 is recognized as the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, emphasizing peace themes.

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Pope Leo XIV urged an immediate ceasefire and dialogue in Ukraine during his August 31, 2025, prayer.
He condemned recent Russian airstrikes that resulted in significant casualties in Kyiv.
The Pope called on leaders to reject violence and seek peace with international support.
Ukrainian officials expressed gratitude for the Pope's moral leadership and echoed his peace call.
September 1 is recognized as the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, emphasizing peace themes.