Pope Francis on Saturday expressed
his "sorrow" and "grief" for the victims of Friday's structural
collapse at a supermarket construction site in Florence and
reiterated his call for greater safety in the workplace.
In a telegram sent by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin
to Florence Archbishop Cardinal Giuseppe Betori, the Pope
expressed "feelings of closeness and condolences to the families
of the victims, together with his deepest participation in the
grief of the entire city".
"In this particularly dramatic moment, Pope Francis wishes to
renew his appeal for safety in the workplace, hoping for a
greater commitment on the part of those responsible for
protecting workers," the telegram continued.
In the message, the pope also thanked the rescue workers and
sent his apostolic blessing to all as a sign of spiritual
closeness".
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