The following is the telegram of condolences for the victims of the aviation accident that occurred yesterday in Ethiopia, sent on behalf of the Holy Father Francis by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin:

Telegram

Having learned with sadness of the Ethiopian Airlines plane crash, His Holiness Pope Francis offers prayers for the deceased from various countries and commends their souls to the mercy of Almighty God. Pope Francis sends heartfelt condolences to their families, and upon all who mourn this tragic loss he invokes the divine blessings of consolation and strength.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State