Ukraine

Ukrainians see Pope Leo as ally in peace

Quinton Amundson · May 20, 2025

Optimism abounds in the early days of Pope Leo XIV’s papacy as it appears he could prove to be an important ally of Ukraine and its pursuit of a peace deal as its war with neighbouring Russia endures.

Trump says Vatican 'very interested' in hosting Ukraine-Russia peace talks

Gina Christian · May 20, 2025

A move to hold talks between Ukraine and Russia at the Vatican appeared to gain momentum May 19, following a call between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Pope Leo holds private meeting with Ukrainian president

Cindy Wooden · May 18, 2025

Pope Leo XIV met privately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his wife May 18, their second encounter of the day.

Archbishop tells Pope Leo visiting Ukraine could help end war

Cindy Wooden · May 16, 2025

Thanking Pope Leo XIV for his prayers for Ukraine, the head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church gave the pope a painting and a list of prisoners the Ukrainians want the Vatican's help in liberating.

In Ukraine, ‘demand for Canadian kindness’ grows

Charles Lewis · May 3, 2025

Register columnist Charles Lewis sat down with Valeriy Kostyuk is the executive director of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) to discuss the three+ years of war that have engulfed Ukraine.

Trump, Zelenskyy meet face-to-face in St. Peter's Basilica

Kate Scanlon · April 28, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the Vatican April 26 ahead of the funeral Mass for Pope Francis.

As ceasefire talk continues, Zelenskyy says he spoke with Cardinal Parolin

Cindy Wooden · March 14, 2025

As the United States continues to attempt to broker a ceasefire deal between Russia and Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he spoke with the Vatican secretary of state.

EU bishops call for unity in supporting Ukraine

Junno Arocho Esteves · March 5, 2025

European bishops have called for unity on the continent following U.S. President Donald Trump ordering a “pause” on U.S. assistance to Ukraine.

Vatican secretary of state, Lithuanian president discuss Ukraine crisis

Catholic News Service · March 3, 2025

When Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, welcomed Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda to the Vatican March 3, Russia's war on Ukraine was a key topic on the agenda.

Parliament Hill rally calls Canadians to stand with Ukraine

Susan Korah · February 22, 2025

Feb. 24 marks a sombre anniversary for Ukrainians, in the home country and in Ukrainian communities throughout the worldwide diasporas.