VATICAN CITY, Holy See – Pope Francis expressed concern Sunday over the escalation of military activity in eastern Ukraine and called for measures to restore trust in the region.
His comments came after Ukraine and several western powers warned Russia about what they say is a massing of tens of thousands of forces on the border with Ukraine.
Clashes along the border, which had nearly ceased after a cease-fire reached last summer, have recently resumed.
Pope Francis spoke after the Angelus prayer in Saint Peter’s Square.
“I am following with deep concern the events in several areas of eastern Ukraine, where in recent months violations of the cease-fire have multi…
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