Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has welcomed the joint European humanitarian initiative of Pope Francis to raise funds for Ukraine in the European countries that took place on April 24.

"We express our deep gratitude to 'Cor Unum' Pontifical Council and the National Conference of Bishops for the organization and support of the fundraising campaign in European countries," Ukrainian Foreign Ministry said on it website.

According to the statement posted on its website, the ministry considers this charity initiative as an important gesture of solidarity of all Europeans with the Ukrainian people and a strong signal in support of our country in addressing pressing internal and external challenges caused by the Russian military aggression.

As reported, on April 3 Pope Francis announced April 24 a day of to raising humanitarian funds in all Catholic parishes for the needs of the affected population in eastern part of Ukraine.