Pope rejects armored car for visit to Turkey
November 28, 2014
Despite fears about his security during his visit to Turkey, Pope Francis has again refused to use an armored car.
The Pope will be driven around Turkey in a simple Fiat sedan, eschewing the “popemobile.” He has indicated repeatedly that he prefers a simple vehicle, which will allow him to be closer to the people.
Father Federico Lombardi, the director of the Vatican press office, has dismissed speculation that the Pope may be in danger in Turkey, where he will be a guest in an overwhelmingly Islamic country, and close to the scene of the current violence in the Middle East.
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