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Annual Christmas messages turn serious for Pope, others

Pope Francis waves to the faithful during the traditional Urbi et Orbi Christmas Day message

Pope Francis waves to the faithful during the traditional Urbi et Orbi Christmas Day message Source: AAP

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Christmas messages from religious and world leaders traditionally celebrate the peace of the season, but, in 2017's troubled times, the focus has turned to major divisions.

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