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Pope urges status quo, ‘wisdom and prudence’ for Jerusalem

By Nicole Winfield — December 6, 2017
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Francis said he was 'profoundly concerned' about recent developments concerning Jerusalem and declared the city a unique and sacred place for Christians, Jews and Muslims that has a 'special vocation for peace.'

Don’t mess around with Jerusalem

By Jeffrey Salkin — December 5, 2017
(RNS) — Jerusalem is holy. That should be enough for us.

Want to see the pope? Get in line at the security checkpoint

By Rosie Scammell — November 19, 2015
VATICAN CITY (RNS) The U.S. Embassy in Rome, identified St. Peter’s Basilica as a potential target for terrorists.
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