Pope Francis’ one-day visit to the French island of Corsica on Sunday, two days before his 88th birthday, puts a dual focus on the Mediterranean, highlighting local traditions of popular piety on the one hand and migrant deaths and wars on the other. Above all, it’s the first time that a pontiff has visited the island, a strong sign according to Jean Duchesne, special advisor to the Archbishop of Paris, who was France 24’s guest.
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