In a remarkable display of dedication while recovering from lung cancer surgery, Pope Leo XIV personally called Russian President Vladimir Putin to implore for a ceasefire in the besieged Ukrainian city of Oleshky. The Vatican revealed that the Holy Father, who had a portion of his right lung removed just days prior, expressed profound concern over the dire humanitarian crisis in Oleshky, a Russian-controlled city in the Kherson region where food deliveries have been blocked since May, and essential services like electricity and running water are non-existent. The Pope’s urgent plea aims to facilitate the delivery of critical food and medical aid and enable the safe evacuation of civilians. Despite his own delicate health, Pope Leo XIV, seen in his first public images since the procedure appearing well and even holding Mass in a hospital chapel, remains committed to promoting peace and dialogue, even as the Kremlin maintains Ukraine’s responsibility for the Oleshky situation, while also stating Putin supports the Vatican’s efforts to improve safety and supply delivery for the local population.
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