Vatican at OSCE calls for immediate cessation of military actions in Ukraine
The Vatican Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher. Photo: Vatican News
The Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations of the Vatican, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, addressed the participants of the 32nd session of the Council of Ministers of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) with a call to end conflicts and reaffirm commitment to freedom of religion. This was reported by Vatican News.
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher stated that the Vatican is deeply concerned about the ongoing war in Ukraine. According to him, all parties must "renew genuine dialogue, cease military actions, and strive for a just and lasting peace."
He emphasized that the OSCE needs "new determination and a creative approach" to prevent all military conflicts, and dialogue is the only path to reconciliation and stability.
He also highlighted the need to counter hate crimes against Christians and protect the human dignity of migrants. The Vatican representative urged all OSCE participating states to strengthen efforts to ensure freedom of religion as a fundamental human right.
As reported by the UOJ, Ukraine is on the verge of a demographic collapse.
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