Yermak, Pope discuss Ukrainian Peace Formula

Ukraine's presidential chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, has met with Pope Francis to discuss the Ukrainian Peace Formula and preparations for the Global Peace Summit.

Yermak announced this on his Telegram channel, Ukrinform reports.

"During a working visit to Italy, I was hosted by His Holiness Pope Francis in the Vatican. It was an important conversation during which I informed His Holiness about the philosophy of the Peace Formula of President Volodymyr Zelensky and told him why only the Formula offers a path to a just peace. We also spoke about preparations for the Global Peace Summit to be held in Switzerland," Yermak wrote.

He noted that special attention had been paid to the issue of the return of Ukrainian children who were forcibly transferred from the country. Yermak emphasized that Ukraine needs a result, "that's why we are doing everything to return our children."

"Pope Francis expressed his support for Ukraine. I expressed sincere thanks to His Holiness," Yermak added.

The Global Peace Summit is scheduled for June 15-16 in Switzerland. Heads of state and government from all continents are expected to attend the event. The participating countries will develop a joint negotiating position and submit it to Russia.

Photo: Andriy Yermak/Telegram