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Pope Francis calls for 'truth' in Venezuela

5 August 2024
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2024-08-05 10:50

Pope Francis called for Venezuela to "seek the truth" after the disputed re-election of President Nicolas Maduro, warning parties to avoid violence. 

The 87-year-old pope, speaking to crowds at St. Peter's Square following the Angelus prayer, appeals to all parties to restore peace, adding that Venezuela is undergoing a "critical situation". Pope Francis also expresses concern for the situation in the Middle East.

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