Pope Leo XIV has called for global fasting and prayer on August 22, urging Christians to plead for peace in war-torn regions. His appeal coincides with diplomatic efforts led by President Donald Trump, who hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in separate meetings aimed at ending the conflict in Ukraine.
MSNBC’s favorite “historian” Jon Meacham is once again twisting history to defend Democrats and attack President Donald Trump — this time over Trump’s efforts to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) said Monday on Fox News’ Hannity that Ukraine will likely need to accept ceding land to Russia as part of a negotiated settlement, while crediting President Donald Trump with laying the groundwork for peace.
Russia has signaled openness to peace negotiations with Ukraine, but the Kremlin insists that its core objectives must be met—chief among them, Ukrainian withdrawal from annexed territories and rejection of NATO membership. The statement came just days after President Donald Trump issued a 50-day deadline for Moscow to accept a ceasefire or face intensified economic pressure.
President Donald Trump stated Wednesday that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is prepared to see the war with Russia come to an end. Speaking during a press conference at the NATO Summit in The Hague, Netherlands, Trump described Zelensky as “very nice” and emphasized that both leaders expressed interest in resolving the conflict.
Pope Leo XIV issued a firm rebuke of rising nationalist political movements during Pentecost Mass in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, warning that such ideologies threaten peace and unity in an increasingly divided world. Addressing tens of thousands of worshippers, the American-born pontiff urged the global community to reject prejudice and indifference in favor of reconciliation and open dialogue.
President Donald Trump announced that he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, acknowledging that there will be no "immediate peace" in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
President Donald Trump’s diplomatic mission to revive and expand the Abraham Accords is gaining new momentum. Senior adviser Steve Witkoff confirmed ongoing negotiations with several nations, predicting as many as six new countries could join the historic agreement in the coming months.
