Pope Francis Starts Historic Iraq Trip To Boost Fading Christians

Pope Francis embarked on a historic visit to Iraq, aiming to support the dwindling Christian community and foster interfaith harmony. Despite health concerns due to the pandemic, the Vatican emphasized the trip's significance. The Pope's visit highlights the persecution of Christians in Iraq, with numbers dwindling from 1.5 million to 300,000 over two decades. A key moment is the Pope's meeting with Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, symbolizing a push for peace in a war-torn nation.

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