VATICAN CITY, DEC 4, 2002 (VIS) - At the end of today's general audience celebrated in the Paul VI Hall, the Holy Father, speaking in Spanish, made an appeal for peace in Venezuela, which is currently undergoing political and social turmoil, including clashes in the capital of Caracas betweeen civilians and members of the National Guard:
"In light of the news from Venezuela, I ask God, all-consoling, that peace and social harmony may reign in that beloved Nation in this difficult moment in their history, committing everyone to a dialogue that benefits the country, and that authentic justice may be achieved, based on truth and solidarity."
AG/APPEAL PEACE VENEZUELA/... VI 20021204 (90)
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