Pope Francis has called for an end to the “harrowing war” in Ukraine, condemning in particular the “barbarism” of Russia’s reported attacks last week on civilians— including pregnant women and children— in the eastern city of Mariupol.
“With an aching heart I add my voice to that of the common people, who implore the end of the war,” the Pope said, addressing the crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square in Rome following the Angelus.
“In the name of God, listen to the cry of those who suffer, and put an end to the bombings and the attacks.
