“Zelenska met with the Pope: they talked about the release of prisoners and the return of deported children Elena Zelenska and Yulia Svyridenko held an audience with Pope Francis in the Vatican. They discussed the release of prisoners, the return of deported children, and handed over a gift – a “Saint Nicholas” plate.ā, ā write on: unn.ua
The First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, has started a visit to Italy and the Vatican to participate in a mass in connection with the thousandth day since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia.
According to OP, Olena Zelenska and First Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Economy of Ukraine Yulia Svyridenko had an audience with Pope Francis.
“Ukraine is grateful for the participation of the Holy See in the process of releasing our prisoners of war. The devaluing of human life requires increased pressure on Russia. We hope that the authority of the Holy See will help save more innocent lives that have the right to be safe in their homeland,” said the first lady.
The President’s wife and His Holiness discussed how to free all Ukrainian men and women from Russian captivity, as well as return home all Ukrainian children deported by Russia.
Zelenska also presented the Pontiff from Ukraine with a hand-painted “St. Nicholas” plate.
“With the hope that peace and security for Ukrainians will finally reign not only in our wishes, but also in reality,” she added.
In addition, the First Lady took part in a general audience for guests from around the world in St. Peter’s Square.
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