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Pope opens 'Holy Door' in Bangui ahead of Catholic Jubilee year

Pope Francis opens the Holy Door at the Cathedral of Bangui, Central African Republic, November 29, 2015. (Photo: Reuters)

Pope Francis on Sunday made a highly symbolic gesture by opening a "Holy Door" at Bangui Cathedral in the Central African Republic ahead of the start of a Catholic Jubilee Year, marking forgiveness and reconciliation.

"Open for us the gate of your mercy," the 78-year-old pope prayed before opening the door. "We ask for peace for Central African Republic and for all people who suffer from war."

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