VIDEO: Welcome Ceremony in Israel for Holy Father

Aleteia - published on 05/25/14

President Peres welcomes the Pontiff after a busy day in Bethlehem.

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Pope Francis, after a busy morning of prayer and dialogue in Palestine, is welcomed to Israel.

The Holy Father is greeted by Shimon Peres, President of the Republic of Israel, as well as by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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