“Zelensky to Meet World Leaders at New Pope’s Historic Inauguration”
(Source: Reuters – Trusted global news leader)
What’s happening:
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will attend Pope Leo’s first Mass on Sunday in Vatican City, joining dozens of world leaders for this historic event.
Key Details You Should Know
📍 Where/When: St. Peter’s Square, Sunday
👑 Why Important: First global gathering since new Pope’s election
🤝 Potential Meetings: Zelensky may talk with other leaders (like at Pope Francis’ funeral last month)
Who Else Is Coming? (Reuters confirms)
- U.S. Team: VP JD Vance & Sec. State Marco Rubio
- World Leaders: Presidents of Israel, Peru, Nigeria + European royals
- Russia’s Rep: Only sending Culture Minister (not Putin)
Behind the Scenes
🔹 Rubio will discuss Ukraine war with Vatican officials Saturday
🔹 Vatican could become neutral meeting space for peace talks
🔹 Zelensky previously met Trump at Vatican during Pope Francis’ funeral
Big Picture:
This isn’t just a religious event – it’s becoming a major diplomatic moment as world leaders gather while wars rage in Ukraine and Gaza.
Stay updated with Reuters for live coverage of Sunday’s historic Mass.