Pope Francis on Tuesday
his condolences to Pakistan's ecclesiastical and civilian
authorities following an attack on a Quetta hospital and called
for solidarity for those affected by a hurricane in Mexico.
''Deeply saddened to learn of the loss of life following
the attack on a hospital in Quetta,'' reads the telegram sent by
the Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin.
''His Holiness Pope Francis sends heartfelt condolences to
the relatives of the deceased, to the authorities and to the
entire nation, as he offers the assurance of his prayers for the
many injured victims of this senseless and brutal act of
violence.
''Upon all who mourn and upon all who have been affected
by this tragedy, His Holiness invokes the divine gifts of
consolation and strength''.
On Hurricane Earl in Mexico, which has killed dozens and
left hundreds displaced, Pope Francis called for solidarity for
survivors and sent his condolences to victims' families,
reported Vatican Radio.
The hurricane hit the Puebla and Veracruz states of Mexico
first and left over 40 dead including many children.
A telegram sent to the Mexican Episcopal Conference stated
that: ''in the face of the grave damage caused by the hurricane
which affected several areas of the country - causing numerous
victims and extensive material damage - the Holy Father
expresses his affection for the beloved Mexican people, offering
his prayers for those who lost their lives and desiring to show
his closeness to their families and the victims.
''At the same time, His Holiness asks the Lord to sustain
the will of the authorities and people of Mexico and to awaken
in all a spirit of solidarity''.
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