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Mar 6, 2024 · Christians in Iraq still fear insecurity. Three years after Pope Francis’ Apostolic Journey to Iraq, Chaldean Archbishop Michael Najeeb of Mosul and Aqra tells Vatican News that the fruits of that historic visit are slowly beginning to show, despite ongoing difficulties for Christians. By Jean Charles Putzolu and Lisa Zengarini.
Mar 7, 2021 · VATICAN CITY (RNS) — On his last full day in Iraq, Pope Francis told struggling Christians in the war-weary country to hold on to their roots and to forgive their oppressors, the better to...
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Mar 6, 2021 · Pope Francis arrived in Iraq on Friday to urge the country’s dwindling number of Christians to stay put and help rebuild the country after years of war and persecution, brushing aside the coronavirus pandemic and security concerns to make his first-ever papal visit. (AP Photo/Nabil al-Jourani) Read More. 2 of 10 |.
Mar 29, 2017 · VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis demanded urgent action Wednesday to protect civilians in Iraq, saying forces involved in the battle for Mosul have an obligation to protect innocents following a recent spike in civilian casualties. Francis issued a special appeal for peace in Iraq at the end of his general audience.
Aug 31, 2022 · By Benedict Mayaki, SJ. Pope Francis says that he is following with concern the violent events taking place in Baghdad over the past few days. Protests and clashes broke out in the Iraqi capital on Monday, spilling into Tuesday morning, which left at least 22 people dead and dozens injured.
Mar 5, 2021 · Pope Francis has called for an end to violence and extremism, on the first ever papal visit to Iraq. The pontiff is making his first international trip since the start of the coronavirus...
