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Pope Francis prays at the tomb of Belgian king who chose to abdicate rather than sign an abortion law. Sept. 28, 2024. / Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Francis Lauds Belgian King Who Chose to Abdicate Rather Than Sign Abortion Law

Sep 28, 2024

During a visit to the Catholic king’s tomb on Saturday in Belgium, Pope Francis lauded Belgian King Baudouin for choosing to temporarily abdicate the throne rather than sign abortion law.

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