Pope Francis criticized the idea of U.S. President Donald trump to isolate themselves from Mexicans, wall and advised him instead to build bridges with Mexico, reports 112.ua with reference to the Independent.
In particular, it is noted that the Pontiff did not directly mention the name of trump or his plan to build a wall on the border with Mexico, but the text of his address talking about the response to the immigration Executive orders the American presidency.
“In the social and civil context, I urge not to build walls but to build bridges. Not to answer evil with evil. To overcome evil with good, to insults with forgiveness. A Christian will never say, “You will pay for it.” It’s not a Christian gesture”, he said.
As reported, 25 Jan trump has signed the decree about the protection of state borders, involving the construction of a wall on the border with Mexico. According to the President, the construction will begin soon and will initially be financed from the budget of the United States, however Mexico reimburses 100 percent of costs.
Recall, January 27, trump also signed a decree banning the entry into the United States to citizens of seven countries (Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Libya, Syria, Somalia, and Sudan), in which Islam is the dominant religion. In addition, at 120 days were suspended the admission of refugees from Syria.
