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Pope Leo XIV expresses closeness to victims of Indonesia earthquake

August 17, 2026 · 1 min read

In a telegram signed by Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Pope Leo assures those affected by the 15 August earthquake in Indonesia of his “spiritual solidarity and closeness” and encourages ongoing humanitarian and recovery efforts.

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