Separatists in Cameroon pause fighting for Pope Leo XIV visit

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April 15 (UPI) -- Pope Leo XIV landed in Cameroon Wednesday, and English-speaking separatists in the country announced a pause in fighting to allow "safe travel passage." Several groups' leaders said the three-day pause is in recognition of the "profound spiritual importance" of the visit and the need to protect civilian life. Leo landed in Cameroon just before 3 p.m. WAT Wednesday and will stay until Saturday. Unity Alliance, an organization that brings the fighting groups together, said it

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Separatists in Cameroon pause fighting for Pope Leo XIV visit https://www.upi.com - 15.04.2026 21:36
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