Pope decries 'appalling humanitarian catastrophe' in Sudan

In the text of the Angelus, he expresses' concern 'for South Sudan, where the 2018 peace agreement is repealed: 'Put aside divergences'. In Sudan, 'appalling humanitarian catastrophe': international community 'step up efforts'. Invoked peace in Ukraine, Palestine and Myanmar, which is suffering “also because of the earthquake.” To the Missionaries of Mercy: “I forgive a source of hope.”

Pope decries 'appalling humanitarian catastrophe' in Sudan

The Holy See Press Office publishes Pope Francis' Sunday Angelus remarks in which he prays for peace in places of suffering around the world, especially for the 'appalling humanitarian catastrophe' in Sudan, the tensions in South Sudan and Myanmar, 'suffering so much.' He also expresses his hope that this Lent may be a time of healing for all. Read all

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Pope Francis Calls for Resumption of Peace Talks in S.Sudan

Pope Francis, head of the Vatican, called today for the resumption of peace talks in South Sudan, following the suspension of negotiations after the arrest of First Vice President Riek Machar on March 27.

“I am following the situation in South Sudan with concern. I renew my sincere appeal to all leaders to do everything possible to reduce tension in the country,” said Francisco in his Angelus text released today. Francis remains unable to address the public from the window of the Vatican's Apostolic Palace due to his convalescence after hospitalization. Faced with the situation in Sudan, Francisco called for putting aside “differences” and sittin…

South Sudan is in crisis after the government accused the vice president and opposition leader, Riek Machar, of conspiracy. Pope Francis said this Sunday that the situation in South Sudan continues “with concern,” and he also regretted that in Sudan “the war continues to claim innocent victims,” in response to which he called for negotiations for a truce. “I am following with concern the situation in South Sudan.