The Secretary of State of the Holy See, Pietro Parolin, in his address to the participants of the third meeting on the Ukrainian Formula for Peace in Malta, emphasized the Vatican's support for all efforts aimed at achieving a just and stable peace in Ukraine.
This was reported by Vatican News.
Commenting on the previous meetings regarding President Volodymyr Zelensky's efforts on the Peace Formula in Copenhagen and Jeddah, Parolin noted that these are commendable endeavors deserving support. Not only because they are focused on finding specific solutions to repair the damage caused by the war, but also because they encourage us not to view armed conflict as an inevitable tool for conflict resolution.
"For this is indeed the fundamental truth that the Holy See has repeatedly proclaimed in the face of wars that have torn the world apart in recent history. Pope Francis, with unprecedented fervor, has renewed the call for peace in countless speeches and through actions in support of Ukraine," Parolin stated.
He emphasized that the participation of representatives from many states and international organizations signifies that "we have not resigned ourselves to the tragedy unfolding before our eyes, and we have the courage to confront it."
"The search for a solution is not the responsibility of Ukraine alone but a collective one," highlighted the head of Vatican diplomacy.
Regarding the Ukrainian Formula for Peace discussed at the conference in Malta, the Vatican's Secretary of State assured the Holy See's support "in addressing humanitarian issues" such as food security and environmental preservation. He also underscored the readiness to continue efforts aimed at "alleviating the suffering of the Ukrainian people and facilitating the return of captives and children to Ukraine."
