Pope Leo Concludes 'Hugely Successful' France Visit With Speech in Metz
The pope warned that relations between nations are becoming 'increasingly uncivilised' and urged Europe to break the cycle.
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Pope Leo concluded his visit to France on Monday with a speech in Metz, warning that relations between nations were becoming "increasingly uncivilised," according to France 24.
The pope said people were increasingly boasting of "lies and deceit" in international affairs and urged Europe to help "break this cycle," the report said.
France 24 correspondent Angela Diffley described the trip as a "hugely successful" visit to France. The report did not provide further detail on the full itinerary of the visit or specific events beyond the closing speech in Metz.
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- Pope wraps up 'hugely successful' France visit with Metz speech — France 24 — English
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