Pope Francis’ visit to Turkey (28-30 November, 2014)

Abstract

Between 28-30 november 2014, Pope Francisc has visited the Republic of Turkey, being for the fourth time in the history of Vatican when a pope had arrived  in this islamic country. The visit held by Holy Father in Turkey took place based on the Middle Est’s tensions: the massacres of Christians and the proximity of Turkey with the territoires occupied by the terrorist group of the Islamic State. During the three days of visit, the Pope has pleaded for religious tolerance and for combating the extremism, especially because this meeting came in the tense context of the neighboring countries, Syria and Irak where members of ISIS are killing and persecuting the Christians and the others who don’t share their religious beliefs.