Pope Francis denounces extremism on historic visit to Iraq

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The pope removed his shoes before entering Sistani’s room. The Muslim cleric, who normally remains seated for visitors, stood to greet Francis at the door of his room – a rare honour.The meeting, on the second day of the three-day trip, is a landmark moment in modern religious history and a milestone in Francis’s efforts to deepen dialogue with other religions.

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