NNA - Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants Youssef Raji visited today the Papal Nunciature in Harissa, where he offered his condolences to Apostolic Nuncio Paolo Borgia on the passing of Pope Francis.

"I humbly offer my deepest condolences to His Eminence, Monsignor Paolo Borgia, to the Apostolic Nunciature in Lebanon, to the Holy See, to the Lebanese people, and all Catholics worldwide, on the passing of the Supreme Pontiff to the Lord," wrote Raji in the book of condolences.

He added: "The Holy Father's ascension to the Lord touches the hearts of all believers, regardless of their beliefs, all humanists who yearn for justice and equality, and all people of good will. His example of compassion, charity, tolerance, and openness to others will remain an eternal guiding light on our path."

"May the soul of Francis rest in peace, and may Lebanon always be in his prayers," Raji concluded.

==========R.Sh.