Published Aug 25, 2026, 3:30 PM ET · Updated 3 months ago · 1 source

Vatican sees opportunity for Ukraine peace talks despite Putin's ties to Russian Orthodox Church

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The Vatican, known for its pragmatic approach, believes there might be an opportunity for peace talks in the Ukraine war, evidenced by Archbishop Paul Gallagher's unprecedented visit to Moscow and Ukraine. However, Vladimir Putin's close relationship with the Russian Orthodox Church is a significant obstacle that complicates any deal brokered by the Vatican, making the chances of success less optimistic.