Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has provided the Vatican a list of Ukrainians detained by the Russian military, seeking diplomatic mediation for their release.
The Holy See has received a list of Ukrainians held in Russian prisons and camps. We are counting on the support [of Vatican] for their release,” Zelenskyy stated on social media.
He also revealed that he had a phone conversation with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Holy See’s secretary of state, during which he wished Pope Francis—hospitalized in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital—a speedy recovery.
“I thanked him for his prayers and moral support for our people, as well as for his efforts in facilitating the return of Ukrainian children illegally deported and displaced by Russia,” Zelenskyy added, expressing gratitude for the Vatican’s prayers for Ukraine and peace.
“The voice of the Holy See is very important on the path to peace. I am grateful for the willingness to make efforts toward our shared goal,” Zelenskyy stated.
He also mentioned his government’s approval of the United States’ proposal for a temporary ceasefire, a compromise reached after more than eight hours of negotiations between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
“The exchange of prisoners and an unconditional 30-day full interim ceasefire are the first quick steps that could significantly bring us closer to a just and lasting peace. Ukraine is ready to take these steps because the Ukrainian people want peace more than anyone,” Zelenskyy wrote on X.
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The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) and Canada’s Gran Tierra Energy Inc. signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the sidelines of the 30th Anniversary International Caspian Oil and Gas Exhibition held as part of Baku Energy Week.
Heavy flooding has wreaked havoc in southwestern China’s Yunnan province, destroying dozens of homes and vital infrastructure in the Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture, local authorities reported on Monday.
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In a significant development toward de-escalating the ongoing war, Russia on Monday formally presented Ukraine with a comprehensive peace proposal, outlining steps for a full ceasefire and a long-term peace agreement, according to Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian delegation.
The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) and Canada’s Gran Tierra Energy Inc. signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the sidelines of the 30th Anniversary International Caspian Oil and Gas Exhibition held as part of Baku Energy Week.
Azerbaijan and Iran have reached a key agreement on the operation mode and water allocation of the Araz reservoir, following the 54th meeting of the Permanent Joint Commission on the shared use of the Araz River's water and energy resources, held in Baku.
Azerbaijan has emerged as a critical transportation hub in China's Belt and Road Initiative, transforming from a regional energy exporter into a vital link connecting Chinese goods with European markets.
The election of nationalist Karol Nawrocki as Poland’s new president marks a significant political shift that could complicate the country’s relations with both the European Union and Ukraine,
Heavy flooding has wreaked havoc in southwestern China’s Yunnan province, destroying dozens of homes and vital infrastructure in the Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture, local authorities reported on Monday.
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