Vatican Venue for Russia-Ukraine Talks Sparks Diplomatic Buzz
Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10:20 am
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has floated the idea of using the Vatican as a neutral stage for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, building on the Holy See’s revived offer to help end the conflict. The suggestion blends diplomatic tradition with unexpected modern relevance, leaving many to wonder if divine intervention is on the agenda.
Trump's remarks came a day after the first direct talks between Moscow and Kyiv in years failed to yield a ceasefire
Asked if the Vatican could be a peace broker, Rubio replied: “I wouldn’t call it broker, but it’s certainly — I think it’s a place that both sides would be comfortable going.”
ROME (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday that the Vatican could be a venue for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, taking up the Holy See’s longstanding offer after Pope Leo XIV vowed to personally make “every effort” to help end the war. Speaking to reporters in Rome before meeting…
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