en.e-noticies.cat, Europa Press Charles III and Camilla Make a Decision Regarding the Latest News About Pope Francis
The Kings of England Have Given the Green Light to a Statement That Shows Part of Their Agenda for the Coming Weeks
Pope Francis Remains Hospitalized in Rome, but his popularity has only continued to grow. In fact, since his hospitalization, many celebrities have been concerned about his health. King Charles III of England and his wife Camilla have been among them.
In this regard, Buckingham Palace has confirmed that their visit to the Vatican will go ahead despite Pope Francis's hospitalization. The improvement in the pontiff's health has allowed the anticipated meeting with the British monarchs to remain on the agenda. Thus, it is expected to take place at the beginning of next month in Rome.
The visit, which is part of the celebration of the papal jubilee of 2025, will take place from April 7 to 10. During their stay in Italy, Charles III and Camilla will tour Rome, Ravenna, and Vatican City. Undoubtedly, a trip to take advantage of their ties with Italian lands.
England's Royals Also Pray for Pope Francis
According to a statement from Buckingham Palace, the royal family "prays that Pope Francis's health allows the visit to go ahead." An official spokesperson highlighted that "on Tuesday, April 8, and clearly depending on the Pope's health, Their Majesties will visit the Holy See to join the jubilee celebration." In fact, a private audience with the Pontiff is scheduled on the monarchs' agenda.
As well as their participation in a religious service in the Sistine Chapel, whose central theme will be "caring for creation." A message aligned with the environmental concern of both Pope Francis and King Charles III. In addition to the Vatican visit, the trip will include events of great symbolic and diplomatic significance.
One of them will be an aerial parade over Rome. This act will underscore the defense cooperation between the United Kingdom and Italy. Another moment will be Charles III's visit to the Papal Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, making him the first British monarch to do so since the Protestant Reformation.
A Visit Long Scheduled
The announcement of this royal visit was made just a week before Pope Francis was hospitalized. However, his recovery has been positive, allowing the travel plans to remain in place. This meeting represents a key moment in the diplomacy between the United Kingdom and the Vatican.
Also a gesture of rapprochement between the Catholic Church and the Anglican Church, in a context of dialogue and cooperation between both Christian denominations. Undoubtedly, it is a visit that will be followed by many, but above all, it will show the improvement of Pope Francis. We will have to wait to see if it finally happens.
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