Pope's Push For Peace In South Sudan Faces Tough Hurdles
Pope Francis makes first visit to South Sudan since country's independence in 2011. South Sudanese president Salva Kiir and his deputy Riek Machar are no strangers to the papacy. In jaw-dropping scenes at the Vatican in 2019, Francis kissed the feet of the rival leaders. Observers say the high-profile visit will underscore the difficult work done by the church on the ground.
Published 4 months ago · South Sudan
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