Pope Francis calls for an end to attacks on civilians amid rising casualties in Russia and Ukraine
Pope Francis urged both sides of the conflict to cease violence against civilians during his Angelus prayer. He expressed condolences for the increasing casualties and called for adherence to international humanitarian law. This marks his first acknowledgment of casualties in Russia in relation to the ongoing conflict.
Claims & verification status
This is the first acknowledgment of casualties in Russia related to the ongoing conflict by Pope Francis.
Pope Francis emphasized the need to stop the spiral of violence and create space for diplomacy and dialogue.
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Impact analysis
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- —This is the first acknowledgment of casualties in Russia related to the ongoing conflict by Pope Francis.
- —Pope Francis expressed condolences for the increasing casualties among civilians in Russia and Ukraine. (per Pope Francis)
Our assessment
If this messaging by Pope Francis is widely picked up, it may increase international pressure and visibility regarding civilian protection, potentially influencing policy…
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