The Rector's College of the Catholic University of Lublin: we sympathize with Ukrainians, especially with our students

In connection with the current situation on the Ukrainian-Russian border and the serious threats it presents, we express our solidarity with the Ukrainian people. A special expression of support is addressed to several hundred students of KUL from Ukraine - emphasizes the Rector's College of the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin.

The Rector's College of KUL announced in a statement issued on Monday that the University, within the existing possibilities, is ready to provide any help to its students from Ukraine. "Details will be determined as possible adverse developments occur," was noted.

"We strongly oppose any warfare, which in no case, as history teaches us, has solved any geopolitical problems, but has led to their deepening and millions of human tragedies. Neighbouring nations, even despite their various differences, can live in peace and dialogue, however difficult it may be. This is particularly evident in the world of science and culture. Researchers, doctoral students and students of KUL have been building positive relations with their colleagues from Ukraine and Russia for years. An example of this can be the Congress of Christian Culture, organized at our University," the statement reads.

The authorities of KUL, responding to the call of Pope Francis, encourage people to pray for peace in Europe and the world. "We ask Almighty God with the words of the patron saint of our university, St. John Paul II: "No more war! It is peace, peace which must guide the destinies of peoples and of all mankind," the College points out.

Statement of the Rector's College of the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin

In connection with the current situation on the Ukrainian-Russian border and the serious threats it presents, we express our solidarity with the Ukrainian people. A special expression of support is addressed to several hundred students of KUL from Ukraine. We assure you that our University is ready to provide you with all the help you need, within the existing possibilities. Details will be determined as possible adverse developments occur.

We strongly oppose any warfare, which in no case, as history teaches us, has solved any geopolitical problems, but has led to their deepening and millions of human tragedies. Neighbouring nations, even despite their various differences, can live in peace and dialogue, however difficult it may be. This is particularly evident in the world of science and culture. Researchers, doctoral students and students of KUL have been building positive relations with their colleagues from Ukraine and Russia for years. An example of this can be the Congress of Christian Culture, organized at our University.

Responding to the call of Pope Francis, we encourage you to pray for peace in Europe and the world. We ask Almighty God with the words of the patron saint of our university, St. John Paul II: "No more war! It is peace, peace which must guide the destinies of peoples and of all mankind."