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Pope appeals for peace in Sudan

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Pope Leon XIV appealed for peace in Sudan, where a civil war has been ongoing for over three years. He urged the international community to support efforts to find a ceasefire. The siege of the city of el-Obeid has intensified in recent weeks.

SourcesVatican NewsCrux

2 sources Aug 9, 2026

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  1. Aug 9, 2:43 AM Vatican News Le Pape lance un appel à la paix au Soudan et à la protection des civils
  2. Aug 9, 4:15 AM Crux Pope appeals for peace in Sudan as siege of key city intensifies

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