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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Vatican committee visits beirut to complete preparations for pope s visit | History Defined

Michel Aoun Vatican Walid Nassar Lebanon Beirut Asharq AlAwsat Catholic Church Tourism

Pope Francis holds a weekly general audience in the library of the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican, April 28, 2021. Vatican Media/Handout via REUTERS

Pope Francis' visit to Lebanon on June 12-13 is of great importance to many Lebanese who see it as a gateway to hope after all the difficulties that the country has experienced since 2019.

Preparations are underway for the Pontiff's visit, in coordination between Lebanese and Vatican officials.

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