Pietro Parolin, Vatican Secretary of State, met with President Zelensky to clarify the Holy See’s position on the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky received Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the current Vatican Secretary of State, in Kyiv. He discussed in particular Pope Francis’ statement in early February, calling on Kyiv to “raise the white flag and negotiate with Moscow.”
These remarks were welcomed by Russia, criticized by NATO, and which provoked the anger of the Ukrainians and forced President Zelensky to call the Church to order.
Bombings in Kherson and new Ukrainian missile program
On the front, Russia bombed Kherson and surrounding towns overnight. This was announced by the city’s mayor.
One person was killed. Two men were injured. A fire broke out in one of the affected houses.
To better ensure its defense, Ukraine wants to strengthen its own missile production in order to be less dependent on the support of its Western allies.
According to According to Volodymyr Zelenskyhis country’s missile program is in “good dynamics.”
“We are gradually getting closer to the possibility of using our own missiles and not relying only on those supplied by our partners,” the Ukrainian president said during his daily address.
Russia in maneuvers
Meanwhile, Moscow has been conducting nuclear weapons exercises, including IARS intercontinental missiles.
According to the Russian Defense Ministry, the army is conducting intensive maneuvers, especially in forest areas.
This is the second exercise in a month.