Pope: Holy See will work to return Ukrainian children taken to RussiaPope Francis speaks to journalists traveling with him on the return flight to Rome from his Apostolic Journey to Hungary, and discusses the Holy See’s efforts to facilitate a truce in Ukraine and the return of Ukrainian children from Russia, as well as his recent hospitalization and recovery. These included the Holy See's efforts to facilitate the return to Ukraine of Ukrainian children taken to Russia during the war, hopes for peace, and contacts with the Kremlin, along with ecumenical dialogue. The Pope also spoke about the return of the Parthenon artifacts to Greece, calling it an example for similar gestures in the future. Ah, yes, Hilarion: Hilarion is someone I respect very much, and we have always had a good relationship. [Eva Fernandez, Radio COPE]: The Ukrainian Prime Minister has asked for your help in bringing back the children forcibly taken to Russia.

Source: The Herald May 01, 2023 00:39 UTC