Pope appeals for peace in Sri Lanka

10 Jul, 2022

Pope Francis today appealed for peace in Sri Lanka and also urged the authorities not to ignore the cry of the poor.?

The Pope expressed solidarity with the people of Sri Lanka who continue to suffer the effects of political and economic instability.

His comments came after thousands stormed the President’s House and also set fire to the private residence of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

“I unite myself to the sorrow of the people of Sri Lanka who continue to suffer the effects of political and economic instability. Together with the country’s Bishops, I renew my appeal for peace and I implore those who have authority not to ignore the cry of the poor,” the Pope tweeted.

The Pope has been very vocal on Sri Lanka in recent times, especially on the investigations over the Easter Sunday attacks.?(Colombo Gazette)

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