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Vatican Blasts Attacks on Christians

Official: India killings underscore spread of 'Christianophobia'

By Michael Foreman, Newser User

Posted Aug 29, 2008 5:09 PM CDT

(Newser) – The Vatican warned against the spread of "Christianophobia" today following attacks in India that left 13 Christians dead, Reuters reports. Thousands fled their homes this week as mobs rioted in retaliation for the murder of a Hindu leader. The Pope condemned the violence, and... Read full story »

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