Pontiff prays for victims of Brussels terrorist attack

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March 22, 2016 5:15 PM

Following the series of terrorist attacks in Brussels today, March 22, 2016 Pope Francis has expressed his sympathy to the families of the victims.

Pope Francis holding a cross

Following the terrorist attacks in Brussels today, March 22, 2016

The pontif prayed for God’s mercy on the lost souls and their families.

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Francis described the terrorist attack as ‘blind violence'.

34 persons have been reported dead in the terrorist attacks on Brussels airport and a rush-hour metro train in the Belgian capital on Tuesday, according to public broadcaster VRT, triggering security alerts across Europe and bringing some cross-border traffic to a halt.

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Recent reports says the Fiat 500 car Pope Francis used during his historical visit to the Archdiocese of New York United State of America is now being auctioned.

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