https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-urges-concessions-to-end-war-in-ukraineContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-urges-concessions-to-end-war-in-ukrainehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-urges-concessions-to-end-war-in-ukraine#u90810Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:00:34 +0000Pope Leo XIV told European leaders that negotiators must be willing to sacrifice some positions to achieve peace as efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine continue to fail. Speaking on Monday, September 28, during a visit to France, the first US pope stated that the Catholic Church has an obligation to call for peace and respect human life. He also urged Europe to welcome migrants and uphold the rule of law. The pontiff did not specify what territories or terms should be conceded.Why it mattersThe remarks were delivered in Metz, France, the home of founding figure Robert Schuman, during a