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Peter Laffin: Pope Francis ‘was not left or right’ but connected ‘God down to us’
The Washington Examiner‘s Peter Laffin suggested the late Pope Francis did not fit into the American left-right political ...
Who Is Sitting Where at Pope Francis’ Funeral?
With dozens of foreign delegations attending, some from hostile countries, the funeral’s seating arrangements presented a ...
Larry Wilson: Pope Francis saw the art of Africa, while we do not
Here’s what Pope Francis said of Africa in 2022: “We only see material wealth, which is why historically it has only been ...
A deleted condolence after pope’s death revealed tension between Israel and the Vatican
Hours after Israel's Foreign Ministry posted a condolence for the passing for Pope Francis, it was deleted without ...
The subtly complicated politics of Pope Francis’ funeral
Pope Francis’ funeral will be a moment when different factions from around the world, perhaps frustratingly, may have to ...
'A unifying presence': Metro Detroit faith leaders reflect on Pope Francis' humility, compassion
Some Protestant pastors remarked on Pope Francis' care for the poor and the marginalized. A rabbi called him "such a devoted, ...
On last day of Pope Francis lying in state, huge crowds flock to Vatican
The Vatican said Friday some 150,000 mourners have filed past the body of Pope Francis, who is lying in state in St. Peter's ...
Israel's muted response to Pope Francis's death signals tensions over Gaza
And it is the ambassador, Yaron Sideman, who will represent Israel at the funeral of Pope Francis. This is in marked contrast ...
Israel deletes Pope Francis condolence tweet within hours of posting
Israeli diplomatic missions worldwide also instructed to delete similar posts and not to sign Vatican embassy condolence ...
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Israeli Prime Minister Offers Condolences Three Days After Pope’s Death
By Adam Rasgon Reporting from Jerusalem Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel offered condolences Thursday on the passing of Pope Francis, more than three days after the death of the Roman ...
Deleted Condolences And Diplomatic Silence: Why Israel Is Largely Missing At Pope Francis' Funeral
The funeral of Pope Francis on April 26 drew global leaders. Notably absent were high-ranking Israeli officials, represented only by the Vatican ambassador. , World News News - Times Now ...
Pope Francis’ funeral is set to begin, in a ceremony he helped reimagine
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis is being laid to rest Saturday in a ceremony reflecting his priorities as pope and wishes as ...