Pope again calls for peace in Ethiopia

Antoine Mekary | ALETEIA | I.MEDIA

Kathleen N. Hattrup - published on 09/08/21

Pope Francis notes their September 11 celebration of New Year and prays for fraternity.

As the civil war in Ethiopia continues to shatter the country, Pope Francis again made a call for peace.

"New Year's Day will be celebrated in Ethiopia this coming September 11," he noted at the end of the September 8 general audience.

He added:

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