Zelenskyy discusses peace talks and church development with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew in Istanbul

KATERYNA TYSHCHENKO — 4 April, 20:51
Zelenskyy discusses peace talks and church development with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew in Istanbul
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has met with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew in Istanbul to discuss the plight of Ukrainian children, the peace talks and the development of the church in Ukraine.

Source: Zelenskyy on X (Twitter)

The Ukrainian delegation meeting with Patriarch Bartholomew in Istanbul.
The Ukrainian delegation meeting with Patriarch Bartholomew in Istanbul.
Photo: Office of the President
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Quote: "The key topic of discussion was the plight of Ukrainian children and what they are forced to endure because of Russian aggression. I thank His All-Holiness for his support and constant prayers for Ukraine, the Ukrainian people, and our children.

I informed His All-Holiness about the negotiation process aimed at achieving a dignified peace. We also discussed the development of the church in Ukraine."

Details: Zelenskyy also announced that he has invited Patriarch Bartholomew to Ukraine "to offer spiritual support to our people in this important year for all of us, as we mark the 35th anniversary of the restoration of Ukraine's independence".

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