Vatican
City, 30 April 2013
(VIS) – This morning in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, the Holy
Father received Shimon Peres, president of the State of Israel.
President Peres then met with the Secretary of State, Cardinal
Tarcisio Bertone, S.D.B., accompanied by Archbishop Dominique
Mamberti, secretary for Relations with States.
During
the cordial talks, the political and social situation in the Middle
East—where more than a few conflicts persist—was addressed. A
speedy resumption of negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians
is hoped for, so that, with the courageous decisions and availability
of both sides as well as support from the international community, an
agreement may be reached that respects the legitimate aspirations of
the two Peoples, thus decisively contributing to the peace and
stability of the region. Reference to the important issue of the City
of Jerusalem was not overlooked. Particular worry for the conflict
that plagues Syria was expressed, for which a political solution is
hoped for that privileges the logic of reconciliation and dialogue.
A
number of issues concerning relations between the State of Israel and
the Holy See and between state authorities and the local Catholic
communities were also addressed. In conclusion, the significant
progress made by the Bilateral Working Commission, which is preparing
an agreement regarding issues of common interest, was appreciated and
its rapid conclusion is foreseen.
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