Pope Francis on Sunday called on all sides to refrain from violence in Ecuador, which has been rocked by nationwide protests against rising fuel and living costs.
"I am following with concern what is happening in Ecuador," the Argentine pontiff said after his weekly Sunday Angelus prayer at the Vatican.
The 85-year-old urged particular attention to be paid to "the marginalized populations and the poorest, but always respecting the rights of all, and the institutions of the country." Pope Francis also highlighted the death of sister Luisa Dell'Orto, an Italian missionary who he said was killed on Saturday in Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Ecuador president faces ouster vote as fuel price protests enter 13th dayEcuador’s National Assembly began a no-confidence hearing for President Guillermo Lasso Saturday, nearly two weeks into sometimes violent nationwide protests led by Indigenous groups against rising fuel prices and living costs.
Read more »
BTS agency shuts down RM marriage rumorsBig Hit Music has released a statement about the marriage rumors surrounding BTS leader RM. BTS
Read more »
Duterte urges incoming DOTr officials to continue improving the railway systemPresident Rodrigo Duterte, with only a few days left before his term ends, urged incoming Department of Transportation (DOTr) officials to continue improving the country’s railway system.
Read more »
Philippines logs 777 new COVID-19 cases as active tally hits 6,425The Department of Health (DOH) on Saturday recorded 777 new COVID-19 cases, the highest single-day tally since March.
Read more »
Iloilo LGBTQ+ community urges all to uphold anti-discrimination ordinanceMany government services remain 'limited to cisgender persons.' There should be national legislation for gender justice as well, advocates say. 🏳️🌈 Pride Pride2022
Read more »
DA’s Dar urges more investment in irrigation - BusinessWorld OnlineTHE next administration must ramp up investment in irrigation, starting with the retrofitting of dams to boost their capacity to capture more rainwater, Agriculture Secretary William D. Dar said.
Read more »