Pope Francis appeals to world leaders to come to the emergency assistance of migrants trapped in the deserts of North Africa, while also recalling the extreme climatic events and the need to address global warming. "I appeal, in particular to the European and African Heads of State and Government, for urgent relief and assistance to these brothers and sisters," he said. "May the Mediterranean never again be a theatre of death and inhumanity. He mentioned that many countries are experiencing extraordinary heat waves with devastating fires and in other places massive rains and flooding. “Let us protect our common home!”Pray for UkraineIn conclusion, Pope Francis asked everyone to continue to pray for peace for suffering Ukraine, where the violence has caused more death and destruction, especially overnight in Odessa.--Vatican News

Source: The North Africa Journal July 24, 2023 13:29 UTC