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Pope urges 'respect' for UN peacekeepers in Lebanon

Pope Francis delivers his speech from the window of the Apostolic Palace overlooking St. Peter's Square during the weekly Angelus prayer, in the Vatican on October 13, 2024. [AFP]

Pope Francis asked Sunday for "respect" for UN peacekeepers in Lebanon who have accused the Israeli military of deliberately firing on their positions.

Francis also spoke of his concern for Ukrainians following a meeting with Ukraine's president.

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