Pope Francis calls for peace in Venezuela amid fresh clashes
- 10 years ago
Papal prayers for peace.
Pope Francis on Wednesday called for an end to the violence in Venezuela that's left 13 people dead.
Addressing tens of thousands during his weekly general audience at the Vatican, the Pope called for national dialogue in Venezuela and sent his prayers to the victims of the fighting.
(SOUNDBITE) (Italian) POPE FRANCIS SAYING:
"I am following with particular apprehension the events that are unfolding these days in Venezuela. I hope the violence and hostility comes to an end, and all the Venezuelan people, starting with those in politics and institutions, strive for national reconciliation through reciprocal forgiveness and dialogue."
Demonstrations have rocked the Venezuelan capital, Caracas and other cities.
Protesters are demanding President Nicolas Maduro step down.
They're angry over issues like high crime, inflation and shortages of basic supplies like milk and flour.
On Wednesday, Maduro addressed his support
Pope Francis on Wednesday called for an end to the violence in Venezuela that's left 13 people dead.
Addressing tens of thousands during his weekly general audience at the Vatican, the Pope called for national dialogue in Venezuela and sent his prayers to the victims of the fighting.
(SOUNDBITE) (Italian) POPE FRANCIS SAYING:
"I am following with particular apprehension the events that are unfolding these days in Venezuela. I hope the violence and hostility comes to an end, and all the Venezuelan people, starting with those in politics and institutions, strive for national reconciliation through reciprocal forgiveness and dialogue."
Demonstrations have rocked the Venezuelan capital, Caracas and other cities.
Protesters are demanding President Nicolas Maduro step down.
They're angry over issues like high crime, inflation and shortages of basic supplies like milk and flour.
On Wednesday, Maduro addressed his support