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Nigeria air crash (4): the Pope's sorrow

Rome, Italy - Benedictus XVI said he is saddened for the air disaster

"Deep sorrow" has been expressed today by the Pope about the air disaster of the Boeing 737 fallen yesterday in Nigeria. Among the 98 victims of the crash there is also the spiritual leader of the Nigerian Muslims, Mahammadu Maccido, remembered by the Holy Father in his prayers, and in the telegram signed by the Vatican Secretary of State, Tarcisio Bertone. Benedictus XVI express his nearness trough...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 67972
Rome, Italy, 10/30/2006 17:06
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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