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Vatican News: Priest Martyred during WWII to be Beatified and Pope Francis’ visit to Fatima 2023

In this week’s Vaticano Updates, we bring you the most important news from Pope Francis and the Vatican. Learn about the dramatic incident where a man drove a car into the Vatican, prompting a guard to open fire. Pope Francis also made a powerful statement against nuclear deterrence, calling it an “illusion of peace.” The Pope also offered condolences for the devastating floods in northeastern Italy and approved the beatification of Father Giuseppe Beotti, a young Italian priest martyred during World War II. Don’t miss the preview of Pope Francis’ upcoming visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima in Portugal. Watch now to stay informed on the latest news from the Vatican.

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