"President Zelensky has not agreed to any such talks on behalf of Ukraine," an official close to Zelensky told CNN. "If talks are happening, they are happening without our knowledge or blessing." The official denied any papal role after Francis told journalists on Sunday that the Vatican was part of a mission to end the war in Ukraine. "The mission is now underway, but it is not yet public." Francis added: "When it is public, I will announce it."