By John Audu.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced on Monday that Pope Leo XIV’s proposal to host peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine at the Vatican has received widespread international backing.
In a statement, Meloni revealed that the offer was well received during a recent call involving U.S. President Donald Trump and several European leaders. This discussion came shortly after a separate conversation between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
“The Holy Father’s willingness to host the talks at the Vatican was met with a positive response,” Meloni said.
The Vatican’s involvement is seen as a hopeful step toward facilitating dialogue and advancing peace in the ongoing conflict.
