2021 visit by Pope Francis to Iraq

Pope Francis's visit to Iraq took place between 5 March and 8 March 2021. The visit was accorded on following an invitation of the Government of Iraq and the Chaldean Catholic Church. The visit was remembered as an attempt to mend bridges between the different faiths in Iraq. During this first ever journey to Iraq by a Pontifex, Pope Francis visited the cities of Ur, Baghdad, Najaf, Qaraqosh, Erbil and Mosul.

Apostolic Journey to Iraq
Pope Francis giving a speech in the hall of the Presidential Palace, Baghdad
Date5–8 March 2021
LocationUr
Baghdad
Najaf
Qaraqosh
Erbil
Mosul
WebsiteVatican website
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