Summary
Pope Francis’s representative, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, stated that the Holy See would not participate in the Board of Peace, which was proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump to address conflicts like those in Gaza and Ukraine. Parolin emphasized that such a body should be managed by the United Nations, citing points that leave the Vatican perplexed. He also discussed ongoing concerns about the war in Ukraine, expressing pessimism over prospects for peace after four years of conflict. Additionally, Parolin spoke about the Holy See’s decision not to join the Board of Peace, emphasizing its particular nature as distinct from other states’ international bodies.
Key Topics
Vatican City, Board of Peace, Ukraine war
