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Pope Francis greets journalists on papal plane to Turkey

Pope Francis greets journalists on papal plane to Turkey

(Vatican Radio) Pope Francis briefly greeted journalists travelling with him on the flight to the Turkish capital, Ankara.

Please see below a English translation of his remarks made in Italian:

“Hello.   I welcome you and thank you for your company during this journey.  Your work is a support, a help and also a service for the world, reporting on this religious and humanitarian activity.  At this time, Turkey is a witness (to this) and one that offers help to many refugees from the areas of conflict.  I thank you for your work.  We’ll meet again on our return for the press conference.  Many thanks and have a good trip.”

(from Vatican Radio)