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Vatican: Award to Obama engenders hope for nuclear disarmament
Oct 9, 2009, 14:12 GMT
Vatican City - The Roman Catholic Church 'salutes with appreciation,' the awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to US President Barack Obama, the Vatican spokesman said Friday.
The appreciation is viewed 'particularly in light of the commitment shown by the President towards the promotion of international peace and recently in favour of nuclear disarmament,' spokesman Father Federico Lombardi said.
'It is hoped that this important recognition will continue to encourage such a difficult but fundamental effort for the future of humanity,' Lombardi added.
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