Aoun had announced earlier today that he had been informed by the papal ambassador, Monsignor Joseph Spetari, that “Pope Francis will visit Lebanon next June, provided that the date and program of the visit will be determined in coordination between Lebanon and the Holy See.”
Aoun said: “The Lebanese are waiting for Pope Francis’ visit to express their gratitude for His Holiness’ interest in Lebanon, and to thank him for the initiatives he took towards their country and the prayers he offered to establish peace and stability in it.”