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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

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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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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