VATICAN - Pope Benedict XVI expresses deep grief for the victims of terrorist attacks in central London

Friday, 8 July 2005

Vatican City (Fides Service) - Pope Bendedict XVI sent Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O’Connor a message of condolence for the people of Great Britain following the bomb explosions in central London yesterday. Here is the text of the telegramme signed on the Pope’s behalf by Cardinal Angelo Sodano, Secretary of State: “Deeply saddened by the news of the terrorist attacks in central London the Holy Father offers fervent prayers for the victims and for all those who mourn. While he deplores these barbaric acts agaisnt humanity he asks you to convey to the families of the injured his spiritual closeness at this time of grief. Upon the people of Great Britain he invokes the consolation that only God can give in such circumstances.” (S.L.) (Agenzia Fides 8/7/2005 - Righe 9, Parole 120)


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