Pope Leo XIV Calls Israeli and Ukrainian Presidents, Appeals for Peace
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Pope Leo XIV made phone calls to the presidents of Israel and Ukraine during Easter celebrations, appealing for peace in both conflict zones. The pontiff spoke with Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calling for just and lasting peace in the Middle East and war-torn Ukraine. The papal intervention comes as both regions continue to face ongoing conflicts, with Ukraine defending against Russia's invasion that began in February 2022, while tensions persist in the Middle East following recent escalations between Israel and Palestinian groups.