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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.
4 days ago · Follow Vatican News for updates and information on the daily activities of Pope Francis. ... Pope renews closeness to disaster-struck Papua New Guinea. 29/05/2024.
Mar 6, 2021 · Pope Francis and Iraq’s top Shiite cleric delivered a powerful message of peaceful coexistence Saturday, urging Muslims in the war-weary Arab nation to embrace Iraq’s long-beleaguered Christian minority during an historic meeting in the holy city of Najaf.
1 day ago · Bishop Conley asks Pope Francis to provide ‘encouragement, clarity, support’ to U.S. bishops. May 24, 2024. By Jonah McKeown. In a recent letter, the bishop of Lincoln, Nebraska, encouraged ...
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.
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...
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...
