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Pope Francis claims working to repel migrants is a 'grave sin'

Pope Francis (Credit: AFP)

Pope Francis again advocated for more openness to immigration at the global level, saying that those who are working actively to repel it are committing a "grave sin."

Speaking in his weekly address, the pontiff called on people to be more empathetic with migrants, saying they are "crossing seas and deserts to reach a land where they can live in peace and safety."

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