The Vatican said Pope Leo spoke by phone with Russian President Putin on Friday, urging him to agree a ceasefire to allow humanitarian aid and food supplies in and to permit voluntary civilian evacuations. The pope reiterated the Vatican’s commitment to peace initiatives and dialogue.

2026-10-16

The Vatican said Pope Leo spoke by phone with Russian President Putin on Friday, urging him to agree a ceasefire to allow humanitarian aid and food supplies in and to permit voluntary civilian evacuations. The pope reiterated the Vatican’s commitment to peace initiatives and dialogue.