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Pope calls for peace in Europe at opening of World Youth Day celebrations

Pope Francis pictured in front of the Belem Palace in Lisbon, Portugal, 02 August 2023. The Pontiff will be in Portugal on the occasion of World Youth Day, one of the main events of the Catholic Church that gathers the Pope with youngsters from around the world, that takes place until 06 August. LUSA - TIAGO PETINGA

Pope Francis has urged Europe to find "courageous courses of peace" to end the war in Ukraine on a five-day visit to Portugal for a major Catholic youth festival.

The 86-year-old pontiff has repeatedly called for peace in Ukraine and has sought to play a mediating role, though his efforts have yet to yield results and he has faced criticism for failing to blame Russia for the war.

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