Pope Leo XIV calls for end to violence in Ukraine amid attacks on energy infrastructure

09:15, 12.01.2026 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV on Sunday called for an end to violence in Ukraine amid new attacks on energy infrastructure that are causing significant harm to civilians.

" In Ukraine, severe, new attacks aimed at energy infrastructure as the cold weather grows harsher are taking a heavy toll on the civilian population. I pray for those who suffer and renew my appeal for an end to the violence and for renewed efforts to achieve peace. #PrayTogether," the post on X reads.