Pope Francis sends condolences upon death of Helmut
Kohl
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| Pope Francis meets with German Chancellor Merkel on Saturday, during which he expressed his sorrow for the death of ex-Chancellor Helmut Kohl. |
(Vatican Radio) Pope Francis sent his condolences on
Saturday to German Chancellor Angela Merkel upon the death of her predecessor,
former Chancellor Helmut Kohl.
Helmut Kohl died on Friday at the age of 87, having served
as Chancellor from 1982 to 1998.
In a telegramme, the Pope sends his “heartfelt condolences”
for the loss of the “Chancellor of Unity”.
“Chancellor Kohl, that great statesman and convinced
European, worked with far-sightedness and dedication for the good of the German
people and those in neighboring European countries.”
The Holy Father prayed that “Merciful God reward him for his
tireless efforts in favour of the unity of Germany and the European Union, as
well as for his commitment to peace and reconciliation.”
He closed the telegramme with a prayer that the Lord give
him “eternal joy and life in the heavenly Fatherland” and extended to all who
mourn ex-Chancellor Kohl the blessings of God.
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