In order to develop the dialogue between Ukraine and the Holy See at the highest level, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak had a phone conversation with Cardinal Secretary of State of the Holy See Pietro Parolin.
The interlocutors stated the importance of the phone conversation between President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and His Holiness Pope Francis on June 30, which took place at a special time - on the 20th anniversary of the visit of Pope John Paul II to Ukraine.
Special attention was paid to the issue of peace in Donbas. "The participation of the Holy See as a moral authority in bringing peace to Donbas is important," Andriy Yermak said.
The Head of the Office thanked for the presence of Ukraine in the Holy Father's prayers, which contributes to the restoration of peace in our country, and stressed that this is very important for Ukrainians.
During the conversation, Andriy Yermak raised the issue of the beatification of Metropolitan Sheptytsky, which is so awaited by the Ukrainian people.
On behalf of the President of Ukraine, the Head of the Office conveyed to His Holiness Pope Francis the best possible postoperative recovery and well-being.