Pope Francis is a staunch opponent and critic of any form of imperialism or colonialism. This is how it was interpreted in the Apostolic papal legate (Vatican Embassy) in Kiev, St. Words of the priest addressed to young Russian Catholics at the All-Russian Catholic youth meeting in St.
The priesthood, according to some comments, “Francis urged young Russian Catholics to follow the example of some Russian historical figures known for their imperialist and expansionist ideas and actions.”
“The papal envoy vehemently rejects the aforementioned comments because Pope Francis has never promoted imperialist ideas.”
They also stressed that the Pope was a staunch opponent and critic of all forms of imperialism and colonialism.
Previously recognizedIt was stated that Ukrainian officials, including representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, condemned Pope Francis’ speech for his words about the greatness of Russia. In particular, Oleg Nikolenko, the official representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, harshly described it as “imperialist propaganda”.
In his speech to the Russian Catholic youth, the Pope urged them not to forget that they are the heirs of “great Russia, the saints and tsars.”
Former Pope of Rome accepted At an audience in the Vatican with Mark Milley, Chief of Staff of the US Armed Forces.