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Pope Leo XIV, who holds Peruvian citizenship, returned to Peru on Wednesday, marking the final leg of his 12-day South American tour. The pontiff, who spent over two decades in Peru as a missionary and bishop, was greeted by an estimated 3 million people in Lima, setting a record for the largest crowd of his papacy. During his visit, Pope Leo urged President Keiko Fujimori to address the country's turbulent past with justice and sensitivity, touching on the contested legacy of her father, former President Alberto Fujimori. The pope's visit is expected to include stops in Chiclayo, Cusco, and Pucallpa, where he will celebrate Mass and visit local communities.
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