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During his recent visit to Belgium, Pope Francis confronted intense scrutiny over the Catholic Church's handling of sexual abuse cases. Survivors met with him to discuss reparations, while Belgian leaders demanded accountability and concrete actions from the Church, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding its legacy of abuse and cover-ups.
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Pope Francis's recent comments on abortion and women's roles in the church have sparked outrage in Belgium and beyond. His remarks, made during a visit overshadowed by the clergy sex abuse scandal, have led to calls for accountability from Belgian officials and criticism from various groups advocating for women's rights within the church.
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On October 16, 2024, the EU hosted a summit with Gulf Cooperation Council leaders, including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The meeting aimed to strengthen economic ties but faced criticism over human rights issues, particularly regarding Khashoggi's murder. Disagreements on Ukraine and Middle Eastern conflicts were also anticipated.