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Violence Against Women is Blasphemy Against God | Pope Francis and Ambassadors Call for Action

In a panel discussion organized by the British Embassy to the Holy See and the World Union of Catholic Women’s Organisations, Pope Francis and ambassadors spoke out against sexual violence against women, calling it blasphemy against God. The conference aimed to raise awareness of sexual violence as a weapon of war and highlighted the need for a stronger global response to this horrific crime. Ambassador Christ Trott emphasized the vital role played by religious networks in supporting survivors, while Dott. Paolo Ruffini, Prefect for the Dicastery of Communications of the Holy See, spoke about the power of communication to weave communion and bring about concerted action and awareness. The media was also called upon to shed a spotlight on the sufferings of the innocent and the most vulnerable. Let us join Pope Francis in praying for the end of sexual violence against women and saying no to war, no to violence, and yes to dialogue and peace. 

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