Telegram for Italy as Pope Francis departs for Armenia
As Pope Francis began his three-day Apostolic Voyage to Armenia, he sent a telegram to Sergio Mattarella, the President of Italy, Vatican Radio informs.
“In the moment in which I undertake my Apostolic Voyage to Armenia in order to draw from the ancient wisdom of that people, to confirm them in the faith, to support every effort along the path of peace and reconciliation, I address to you, Mr President, and to the whole Italian nation my cordial greetings, which I accompany with an encouragement to the entire country to remain on the front line of solidarity, looking to the future with confidence and hope,” the telegram reads.
Pope Francis was welcomed in Armenia at 3:00pm (local time) at “Zvartnots” International Airport.