Speaking to a packed St. Peter's Square, Pope Francis reiterated his strong stance against war, asserting that it always leads to destruction.
After his traditional New Years바카라 Day Angelus prayer, Pope Francis issued a powerful call to political leaders, urging them to set a good example by canceling or significantly reducing the debts of the poorest countries. Speaking to a packed St. Peter's Square, Pope Francis reiterated his strong stance against war, asserting that it always leads to destruction, Vatican News reported.
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