Thread by @DrAbbasKadhim

Readout from the meeting between @Pontifex and Grand Ayatollah #Sistani:

“Grand Ayatollah Sistani thanked the Pope for taking the hardship of the trip to Najaf to visit him and wished him & the world’s Catholics happiness, blessings & prosperity.” (1)

#PopeFrancisInIraq

Readout from the meeting between @Pontifex and Grand Ayatollah #Sistani:

“G. ayatollah Sistani emphasized the importance of securing a peaceful & secure life for Iraqi Christians and protecting their constitutional rights, explaining the measures he took for this purpose.” (2)

Readout from the meeting between @Pontifex and Grand Ayatollah #Sistani:

“Grand Ayatollah Sistani emphasized the role of religious & spiritual leaders in easing the suffering of oppressed people worldwide & called on great powers to adopt reason & wisdom rather than war.” (3)

Readout from the meeting between @Pontifex and Grand Ayatollah #Sistani:

“Grand Ayatollah Sistani highlighted the oppression, absence of social justice, & suppression of religious rights in many countries around the world.” (4)

#PopeFrancisInIraq

Readout from the meeting between @Pontifex and Grand Ayatollah #Sistani:

“Grand Ayatollah Sistani emphasized the suffering of many peoples in the region from wars, violence, displacement & economic sanctions, particularly the Palestinian people.” (5)