Pope Leo still hopes for Christmas truce between Russia and Ukraine

12:08, 24.12.2025 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV, answering questions from journalists, said he was saddened by the fact that Russia rejected the proposal for a Christmas truce, Vatican News reports.

"Indeed, among the things that cause me great sadness these days is that Russia seems to have rejected the request for a Christmas truce. I once again appeal to all people of good will to observe a day of peace, at least on the birthday of the Savior. I hope that we will be heard and that there will be 24 hours, one day of peace throughout the world," Leo XIV said.