Zelensky arrives at Vatican to meet Pope Francis

Zelensky arrives at Vatican to meet Pope Francis

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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at the Vatican for a private audience with Pope Francis.

That’s according to France 24, Ukrinform reports.

The 86-year-old pontiff has repeatedly called for peace in Ukraine following Russia's invasion in February 2022, including offering to mediate with Moscow. 

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As reported by Ukrinform, President Volodymyr Zelensky is in Italy on Saturday. This is his first visit to this country, since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion.

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