In his autobiography, Pope Francis recounts a foiled suicide bombing plot against him during his historic 2021 visit to Iraq, aided by British intelligence.
The planned attacks involved a woman and a truck aimed at the Pope, which Iraqi police intercepted thanks to intelligence prior to his arrival.
Pope Francis acknowledged the grim reality of war, reflecting on the fate of the were suicide bombers, stating, 'This struck me: Even this is the poisonous fruit of war.'
Through his visit, Francis emphasized the need for peace and forgiveness among Iraqis, expressing his desire for unity and reconciliation among diverse communities.
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