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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nicole Winfield

How the Pope’s life-threatening illness has changed his views on the world

Pope Francis has been receiving treatment at Rome’s Gemelli hospital - (PA Archive)

Pope Francis, in a letter published on Tuesday, said the illness which has left him hospitalised for a month has made him more aware of the “absurdity of war”.

Writing from Rome's Gemelli hospital, where he has been treated for a lung infection and pneumonia since February 14, the 88-year-old pontiff shared his renewed conviction in diplomacy and the need for stronger international organisations.

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