Vatican diplomats seek to defuse outrage over Pope Francis' Ukraine 'white flag' comments
Efforts to negotiate peace in Ukraine require an end to Russian aggression and a fair resolution.
- Bilawal Riaz
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The Vatican’s secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, has emphasized that to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine, it is crucial for Russia to cease its aggression, and any resulting peace must be fair. This follows Pope Francis’ controversial comments urging Ukraine to consider negotiations. The Vatican is working to clarify Francis’ informal remarks and maintain a neutral diplomatic stance. Parolin stressed the need for both sides to create conditions for peace, emphasizing the importance of ending aggression. Despite Francis’ well-meaning intentions, his comments have at times caused diplomatic issues, requiring the Vatican to address misunderstandings and uphold its diplomatic approach.