Mattarella, as Pope words of hope for Christians

(ANSA) - ROME, MARCH 08 - "In the sign of the common Abrahamic descent that has its cradle in Ur of the Chaldeans, she uttered words of consolation and hope in Iraq for Christians and for all believers, renewing with the highest authority an appeal to respect of human rights, the protection of minorities and the recognition of full citizenship as foundations for a peaceful civil coexistence and a fruitful interreligious dialogue. In interpreting the feelings of the Italians, I address my deferential and affectionate thought to Your Holiness. Welcome back, Holy Father! ". Sergio Mattarella writes to the Pope on his return from Iraq. (HANDLE).