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February 15, 2016

'Tatic Francis' affirms Mexico's indigenous people in visit to Chiapas

An indigenous woman holds burning incense as Pope Francis celebrates Mass with the indigenous community from Chiapas in San Cristobal de Las Casas, Mexico, Feb. 15.

SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS, Mexico - Paying homage to the culture and ancient wisdom of Mexico's indigenous peoples, Pope Francis urged them to hold on to hope and condemned those who exploit their people and their land.

Published in International
November 12, 2015

Mexican foreign minister confirms Pope to visit capital, three states

A Mexican soldier stands guard outside of Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, as soldiers burn tons of drugs in 2010. Pope Francis is exploring the possibility of visiting the previously problematic border city of Ciudad Juarez, where a battle between drug cartels during the last decade cost more than 10,000 lives in a four-year period.

MEXICO CITY - Mexican Foreign Minister Claudia Ruiz Massieu has confirmed that Pope Francis will visit the capital, Mexico City, along with the states of Chihuahua and Chiapas -- on the northern and southern borders respectively -- and Michoacan in western Mexico.

Published in International