Ukraine Rejects Pope's Call for Peace Talks with Russia

Ukrainian officials and allies express outrage over Pope Francis' suggestion, emphasizing the nation's determination to defend its sovereignty.

Ukraine and its allies express outrage over Pope Francis' suggestion for Kyiv to negotiate peace with Russia, interpreting it as a call for capitulation.
Pope Francis' remarks on Ukraine raising a 'white flag' and negotiating with Russia draw intense backlash, with Ukrainian officials and allies criticizing the Vatican's stance.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba strongly reject the notion of surrender, emphasizing Ukraine's determination to defend its sovereignty.
The Vatican attempts to clarify the Pope's comments, stating he advocated for a ceasefire and negotiations, not Ukraine's surrender.
Criticism of Pope Francis' comments reflects broader concerns over the Vatican's historical positions and the ongoing support for Ukraine's resistance against Russian aggression.