Russian government welcomes Pope’s remarks
August 30, 2023
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CWN Editor's Note: While Ukrainian leaders angrily protested remarks by Pope Francis praising Russia’s imperial rulers, the Kremlin has welcomed the papal remarks.
A spokesman for President Vladimir Putin said, “The Pontiff knows Russian history, and this is very positive. He went on to say that it was “very gratifying” that the Pope recognized Russia’s great historical patrimony.
Another Russian government spokesman added praise for the “balanced approach” that the Vatican has taken on the war in Ukraine.
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