Pope's 'white flag' remarks about Ukraine trigger angry responses

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Comments from Pope Francis apparently urging Ukraine to surrender and negotiate peace with Russia have sparked widespread criticism, particularly among Ukrainian officials and some European figures. The Pope suggested that Ukraine, facing defeat, should not be ashamed to negotiate peace, likening this approach to courage. But he used the phrase "the white flag" which for many means surrender.

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