Zelensky thanks Pope for continued prayers for Ukraine

The head of state took to X to respond to the pontiff’s post, in Ukrainian, where he expressed his proximity to the “martyred Ukraine”, Ukrinform reports.

"Thank you, Your Holiness, for your continued prayers and compassion for Ukraine and our people. Together we must stop this wanton Russian aggression and protect innocent lives. A just peace is needed. And we would also deeply appreciate your kind help in bringing back all our people — adults and children — held in Russian captivity against their will," the president wrote.

As reported earlier, Pope Leo XIV met with Ukrainian pilgrims in St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican on Saturday, June 28.