Pictures: Pope Francis in the UAE

For the first time ever, a pontiff has set foot on the Arabian Peninsula

Last updated: February 05, 2019 | 15:57

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Pope Francis leads mass for the Catholics at the Zayed Sports City Stadium, Abu Dhabi.

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We, as UAE leadership and people, are looking forward to this historic visit that will contribute to underpinning the values of tolerance, peaceful co-existence, and cultural exchange.

Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum

We warmly welcome you Holy Father, Pope Francis and look forward to the Human Fraternity Meeting between you and His Eminence Dr Ahmad Al Tayyeb, Grand Imam of Al Azhar in Abu Dhabi.