Pope Francis praised the 100 countries that joined the Paris climate agreement but emphasized that implementing it must involve multidisciplinary cooperation and special measures of solidarity with the poor.

Pope Francis’ presence was failed as the “most significant” and “an important part of ecumenical history.

After not receiving a response from the pope, the cardinals released their letter to the public.

“We cannot go about our business quietly at home while Lazarus lies at the door," Pope Francis said.

La Repubblica also quotes Francis as saying, “We must knock down the walls that divide."

“In our country, we need to start building bridges and bringing people together.”