President of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky, during a meeting with Pope Leo XIV, discussed issues of conflict with Russia, as well as the return of prisoners of war and allegedly kidnapped children. This was reported by “European Truth”. The Pope noted the need to continue dialogue on a peaceful solution to the conflict between Moscow and Kyiv. In addition, Leo XIV wishes that “the diplomatic initiatives currently being undertaken will lead to a just and lasting peace.” Zelensky and the Pope also discussed the issue of prisoners of war and the need to return Ukrainian children to their families. On December 9, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky arrived in Rome, where he met with Pope Leo XIV and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The day before, December 8, in London, Mr. Zelensky met with the leaders of Britain, France and Germany to develop a common view on the US plan. French President Emmanuel Macron noted that Kyiv has “many cards” to negotiate, and German Prime Minister Friedrich Merz expressed skepticism about some elements of Washington's proposal. European leaders believe that Ukraine should not make concessions to Moscow without taking into account the common interests of its allies. Read more in the article “Gazeta.Ru”.
