From the Middle Ages to modern war: Pope as preeminent peacemaker

Published May 27, 2025 5:00am ET



Pope Leo XIV is being pushed by Western powers to mediate an end to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

It’s a responsibility that the pontiff is eager to take on and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is signaling openness to the idea.

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