After completing the inauguration ceremony, Pope Leo XIV met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his wife, Elena Zelenskaya.

Axar.az reports that the Ukrainian leader posted information about this on his Telegram channel.

"After the inauguration ceremony, we met with Pope Leo XIV. The Pontiff is a symbol of hope for peace for millions of people around the world. He can play an important role in stopping the war in our country," Zelensky said.

"I thank the Vatican for its readiness to become a platform for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. We are ready for dialogue in any format for the sake of real results. I am grateful for your support for Ukraine and your clear position in defense of a just peace," Zelensky added.