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The pope, as leader of the 1.4-billion-member Roman Catholic Church, is usually careful about taking sides in conflicts, but he has recently been more outspoken about Israel's military campaign against Palestinian militant group Hamas.
Francis said police informed him after landing in Baghdad in March 2021 that at least two known suicide bombers were targeting one of his planned events.
The first-look poster of 'Jesus and Mother Mary in Vatican', arguably the world's first Bible cinema in 3D format was unveiled by Pope Francis. The film is to be released in several languages. Hollywood production house Rafel is bankrolling the movie in English and other languages. Rafel
The Catholic Church has declared 2025 the 'Jubilee Year', during which the Pope will be occupied with related celebrations and events.
Mar George Jacob Koovakad is the first Indian priest to be elevated directly to Cardinal while still serving as a priest.
The Pope was addressing the faith leaders and representatives gathered in the Vatican on Saturday.
Msgr Koovakkad is a native of Mammood near Changanassery in the Kottayam district.
American Catholics, numbering roughly 52 million nationwide, are often seen as crucial swing voters.
He mentioned the conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, Myanmar and other countries, saying 'let us not forget war is a defeat'.
The former ambassador to US, a firebrand conservative, was one of the most ardent critics of Pope Francis.
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