By John Lee.
Iraq's Prime Minister has committed "unwavering support" for Cardinal Louis Sako (pictured) to succeed the late Pope Francis as head of the Catholic Church.
Describing him as the only nominee from the Middle East, Mohammed S. Al-Sudani said the 76-year-old Chaldean Archbishop of Baghdad is widely respected both locally and internationally.
Full statement from Prime Minister al-Sudani:
"We reaffirm our unwavering support for His Beatitude Cardinal Louis Raphaël I Sako, the sole nominee from the Middle East to succeed the late Pope Francis (may his soul rest in peace) as the head of the Holy See in the Vatican. His Beatitude is widely respected both locally and internationally, and he plays a vital role in advancing peace and fostering interfaith tolerance.
"Iraq has long been one of the most significant homelands for followers of the Christian faith, who have lived in harmony and brotherhood with other religious communities throughout history. Today, Iraq remains a land where all Christian denominations are represented-embodying a spirit of love and unity among believers of diverse religions."
(Source: PMO)
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