https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-speaks-with-president-zelensky-calls-for-humanitarian-aidContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-speaks-with-president-zelensky-calls-for-humanitarian-aidhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-speaks-with-president-zelensky-calls-for-humanitarian-aid#u150568Sat, 24 Oct 2026 01:58:20 +0000Pope Leo XIV has spoken with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling for humanitarian aid and cooperation to allow food and medical assistance to reach those affected by the conflict, particularly in the city of Oleshky. The Pope previously urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to allow a humanitarian ceasefire in Oleshky. The city is under Russian siege, with 2,000 people reportedly trapped without food.Why it mattersThe conflict in Ukraine has resulted in significant humanitarian needs, with various cities and towns under siege or heavily affected. Pope Leo XIV has taken steps to ad