Ukraine-Russia Talks Expected to Be Held in Vatican in Mid-June

Vatican City: A new round of talks between Russia and Ukraine could take place in the Vatican mid-June, the Wall Street Journal has reported, citing informed sources. The potential discussions aim to address the ongoing conflict between the two nations.

According to Ansa News Agency, the talks may include a US delegation led by Secretary of State and Acting National Security Advisor Marco Rubio. Special Presidential Envoy to Ukraine Keith Kellogg is also expected to be part of this delegation. The Vatican’s involvement is seen as a neutral ground to facilitate dialogue between Moscow and Kyiv.

Pope Leo XIV has expressed the Vatican’s willingness to host the peace talks as part of efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The Pope’s offer underscores the Vatican’s ongoing commitment to promoting peace and resolving international conflicts through dialogue.