**Putin holds phone call with Pope Leo XIV**

According to the Kremlin, the main points of the call were:

Putin stressed the importance of cooperation between Russia and the Vatican

He wished the Pope good health and a speedy recovery after his recent surgery

Pope Leo XIV expressed deep concern over the serious humanitarian situation in Aleshki, a town in the Kherson region

Putin backed the Vatican's intention to help create safe conditions for Aleshki's residents and organize vital supplies

The Pope reaffirmed the Holy See's commitment to dialogue and peace

Putin thanked the Pope for his readiness to contribute to a settlement of the conflict in Ukraine

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