During his weekly audience at St Peter's Basilica, Pope Leo XIV expresses solidarity with all the victims of the earthquake in Colombia, which has killed at least 240 people, while rescue efforts continue. "I assure you of my prayers for their families and for all those affected by this tragedy. I express my gratitude to all those working in rescue and relief operations," he says before a large audience of worshippers.
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