Pope Francis discusses Ukraine with Hungarian leader Viktor Orban

Francis held talks with the Hungarian leader (AP)

Pope Francis has held a meeting with Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban at the Vatican, discussing the war in Ukraine and related humanitarian issues as well as efforts to promote peace in the region.

Francis also spoke to Mr Orban about the Hungarian presidency of the Council of the European Union, as well as the “central role of the family and the protection of the young generations”, the Vatican said.