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Pope Francis in Iraq: Mission impossible?

March 4, 2021

Pope Francis visits war-torn Iraq: the cradle of Christianity, bringing a message of peace and reconciliation. But who will be listening? Guests: Alexander Görlach (author and academic), Amir Musawy (journalist), Düzen Tekkal (filmmaker)

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Düzen Tekkal, Journalist and filmmaker. She says: "Iraq is one of many countries where Christians are being persecuted. Which is why it's so important that Pope Francis is traveling to the region." 

 

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Alexander Görlach, author and theologian. He says: "A papal visit to Iraq in times of coronavirus is far from wise." 

 

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Amir Musawy, Iraqi journalist. He says: "The pope's meeting with Grand Ayatollah al-Sistani will be a turning point in the Christian-Muslim dialogue."