The Pope has responded to the intensification of heavy shelling in Ukraine — Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV expressed concern over the intensification of heavy shelling in Ukraine and voiced support for the affected civilian population.
This was reported by Vatican News.
“I am following with concern the war in Ukraine, which has significantly intensified in recent days. I wish to express my closeness to all those suffering from the consequences of the recent shelling, which has also targeted the civilian population,” the pontiff said at the end of the general audience in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican.
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