In a highly-anticipated speech in Myanmar, Pope Francis did not mention Rohingya Muslims by name but indirectly showed support for them.
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Pope Francis calls for peace in speech to Myanmar leaders, does not say ‘Rohingya’
The pope’s audience included government ministers, civic leaders, military officials, cardinals and bishops, and about 200 lay people and the world’s media.
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Myanmar priest: military ‘still in control’—which is why Pope Francis met with them first
“The fact is the military are still in control here even if we have a civilian government,” the priest said.
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Pope Francis meets with Myanmar’s powerful military generals in a break with usual protocol
The pope’s first meetings would usually be with the head of state and head of government.
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Myanmar’s Muslims wait in hope as pope’s visit begins
It is amid a mounting chorus of international condemnation and allegations of ethnic cleansing that Pope Francis makes his first visit to this troubled land.
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Pope Francis faces a political minefield as he travels to Myanmar
To promote dialogue and reconciliation, the pope will have to move with great prudence.
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Pope Francis condemns attack on Egyptian mosque that leaves hundreds dead
The pope described the attack as a “wanton act of brutality directed at innocent civilians gathered in prayer.”
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In World Day of Peace message, Pope Francis decries discrimination toward migrants and refugees
Although he named no countries, Vatican observers believe he is referring especially to political leaders in several western and eastern European countries.
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Pope Francis will meet with military commander in Myanmar
Gen. Min Aung Hlaing wields great political power in the country.
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Pope Francis continues his reform of the Curia with new section for diplomatic personnel
Since becoming pope, Francis has given special attention to the Holy See’s diplomatic staff.