The Holy Father has sent a note of condolence - signed by the Cardinal Secretary of State, Pietro Parolin - for the victims of a terrorist attack that took place in a football stadium in Iskandariyah (Iraq).
The Most Reverend Alberto Ortega MartÃn
Apostolic Nuncio in Iraq
Baghdad
Saddened by the news of the great loss of life caused by the terrorist attack in Iskandariyah, His Holiness Pope Francis offers fervent prayers for the victims and their families, invoking God's mercy upon the dead and divine consolation upon those who suffer. He prays that in response to this act of senseless violence the Iraqi people will be strengthened in their resolve to reject the ways of hatred and conflict and to work together fearlessly for a future of mutual respect, solidarity and freedom.
Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State
Message of Condolence of His Holiness, Pope Francis
for victims of a terrorist attack in Iskandariyah (Iraq)
The Most Reverend Alberto Ortega MartÃn
Apostolic Nuncio in Iraq
Baghdad
Saddened by the news of the great loss of life caused by the terrorist attack in Iskandariyah, His Holiness Pope Francis offers fervent prayers for the victims and their families, invoking God's mercy upon the dead and divine consolation upon those who suffer. He prays that in response to this act of senseless violence the Iraqi people will be strengthened in their resolve to reject the ways of hatred and conflict and to work together fearlessly for a future of mutual respect, solidarity and freedom.
Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State
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