Russia-Ukraine war

Ukraine’s religious leaders have issued a “desperate cry” to the global faith community, pleading for international action in ending the war.

A move to hold talks between Ukraine and Russia at the Vatican appeared to gain momentum May 19, following a call between the U.S. and Russian presidents.

Pope Leo XIV met privately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his wife May 18, their second encounter of the day, after the inauguration Mass.

(OSV News) — The Vatican’s Secretary of State has offered to “eventually make the Vatican … available for a direct meeting” between Ukraine and Russia, as May 16 talks between those …

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Pope Leo XIV for his support of a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, and he invited the newly-elected pontiff to …

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — President Donald Trump shuffled his national security staff as he marked the 100th day of his presidency, giving a new interim role to Secretary of State Marco …

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a one-on-one meeting at the Vatican April 26 ahead of Pope Francis’ funeral Mass.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Against the backdrop of deep differences with the Trump administration over migration and foreign aid as well as concerns for Ukraine and for Gaza, the Vatican …

 (OSV News) — Forty religious leaders have sent a letter to President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling for the return of nearly 20,000 Ukrainian children forcibly transferred …

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — The Trump administration’s approach to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could have ramifications not only for European security but also for peace-building efforts around the world, experts told …