Cardinal Zuppi prays in Kyiv: ‘May God grant a just peace’
Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi is on his third day of a mission in Kyiv, Ukraine, praying for a just peace and focusing on humanitarian efforts like prisoner exchanges, the return of forcibly taken children, and repatriation of bodies. His visit, on behalf of Pope Francis, aims to strengthen communication channels and convey the Pope's closeness amidst ongoing conflict.
Why it matters
This mission underscores the Vatican's ongoing diplomatic and humanitarian efforts to mitigate the impact of the conflict in Ukraine, highlighting the role of religious leaders in seeking peace and addressing human suffering.
Salvatore Cernuzio Looking toward the sky from which missiles had once again struck civilian infrastructure during the night, Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi offered a prayer in Ukrainian from Kyiv to "Almighty God" for "Ukraine," asking for His blessing and protection: [ Grant a just peace. May prisoners return home, may children embrace their families once again, may the missing be found, and may everyone be able to mourn over the body of their loved one who has fallen. Inspire in each one of us the courage and wisdom to become builders of peace... ] Meetings and humanitarian efforts Today, 15 July, marks the third day of the President of the Italian Bishops' Conference's mission to Ukraine. He arrived in the country on the evening of 13 July, travelling from the Lviv region before reaching Kyiv yesterday evening.
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