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On a visit to the city in 2019 Pope Francis had taken him aside to give him a special blessing, saying he knew what was happening in his diocese and urging him to stay safe.

The diocese said the Israel military gave a 20-minute warning to hospital staff and patients to evacuate before the attack.

Last October, the Archdiocese agreed to a record $880-million civil settlement with victims, bringing the payout by the largest diocese in the nation to more than $1.5 billion.

The diocese is marking the anniversary with a series of events including a musical concert, special services, talks and even a medieval banquet.

A Church of England diocese has threatened legal action over the planned closure of three schools on the Isle of Wight.