Pope Leo urges migrant protection, integration on visit to Lampedusa
Pontiff urges people in Europe and US to welcome and assist migrants during symbolic trip to Italy’s frontier island.

Pontiff urges people in Europe and US to welcome and assist migrants during symbolic trip to Italy’s frontier island.



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