Ukraine President Calls Pope for Prayers.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy asked the Pope to pray for Ukraine. Russia attacked Ukraine with drones and missiles. This happened during the Easter holiday period.
On Good Friday, Russia launched a large attack on Ukraine. The attacks used rockets and drones. Fourteen people died as a result of the attacks. President Zelenskyy believes this was a deliberate escalation by Russia. The Pope was asked to visit Kiev during this time.
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Highlights
Zelenskyy Invites Pope to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy invited Pope Francis to visit Ukraine.
Pope Received Reports of Attacks
Pope Leo XIV received reports of Russian attacks during the Easter period.
Russia Launched Attacks on Good Friday
Russian forces bombarded Ukraine with rockets and drones on Good Friday.
14 Deaths Reported in Ukraine
Russian attacks resulted in 14 deaths in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy Denounced Escalation
President Zelenskyy called Russia's actions an 'Easter escalation' and expected more attacks.
Perspectives
- Zelenskyy invited Pope Francis to Ukraine.
- Russia launched attacks during the Easter period.
- Russia’s actions are described as an ‘Easter escalation’.
- There were casualties from Russian attacks in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy describes the attacks as an ‘Easter escalation’.
ANSA, New
The attacks are a response to ceasefire offers.
Der Spiegel