The president of Lebanon wrote on Twitter that Pope Francis will visit the Middle Eastern country in June, as long as a date and program are coordinated by the authorities of Lebanon and the Vatican.
President Michel Aoun said on Tuesday, that he was informed of the visit by the papal nuncio to Lebanon.
“The Lebanese are awaiting the visit of Pope Francis to express their gratitude for His Holiness’ interest in Lebanon and to thank him for the initiatives he took towards their country and the prayers he offered to establish peace and stability in it,” Aoun, a Maronite Catholic, wrote in another post.
Local media reported that a papal visit to Lebanon is expected on June 12. Pope Francis has expressed his desire to travel to the Middle Eastern country on several occasions.