Russia's recent invasion of Ukraine has drawn global attention.
In a press release on Friday (25th), Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong, Zhou Shouren, said that as Hong Kong battles the fifth wave of the epidemic, the Russian attack on Ukraine cannot be ignored, describing the invasion as "another epidemic of egoism and hegemonic mentality. ".
He expressed the hope that everyone will respond to Pope Francis' urgent appeal, pray for peace in Ukraine and fast, and offer blessings and support to Ukrainians in Hong Kong and Hong Kong people living in Ukraine.
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Zhou Shouren published the article "Praying for Peace in Ukraine", saying that he is deeply disturbed by the Russian attack. Although international politics has a certain complexity, it is impossible to remain indifferent to the loss of civilian life and the destruction of homes.
He said that the hopes of Ukrainian citizens for peace and stability in the country had been dashed by political and military actions.
Zhou Shouren said that as Hong Kong battles the fifth wave of the epidemic, the Russian attack on Ukraine cannot be ignored.
(File photo/Photo by Zhou Yingyao)
Zhou Shouren continued that when Hong Kong is battling the fifth wave of the epidemic, the above-mentioned "epidemic of egoism and hegemonic mentality" cannot be ignored, and that it will bring pain to the world.
He also said that everyone is a citizen of the global village, and their well-being is closely linked. I hope that everyone will respond to Pope Francis' urgent appeal and pray for peace in Ukraine. Fasting is urgent.
He expressed his wishes and support to Ukrainians living in Hong Kong and Hong Kong people living in Ukraine.
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