Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov dismissed the idea of peace talks at the Vatican as unrealistic, citing the inappropriateness for Orthodox countries like Ukraine and Russia to resolve their issues in a Catholic forum. He highlighted the conflict over the legitimacy of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church and the ongoing skepticism about Russia's commitment to peace, despite support from leaders like US President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. The Vatican's role in mediation is complicated by historical tensions between the Orthodox and Catholic Churches, and successful mediation relies on the willingness of the parties involved to seek peace.